Knee Pain When Running: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention in Tigard, OR Knee pain is one of the most common complaints among runners. Sometimes it feels like a dull ache under the kneecap. Other times it shows up as sharp pain on the outside or front of the knee. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why do […]

How to Treat Shin Splints: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Options Shin splints (also called medial tibial stress syndrome) are one of the most common injuries in runners, athletes, and even recreational walkers. They show up as a dull, aching pain along the front or inside of the shinbone and can derail your training goals if

Oregon 70.3 Race Recap: From Kevin Le, Physical Therapist & Endurance Specialist at APEX PWR in Tigard, OR Hey everyone! Kevin here at Apex reporting back after racing Oregon 70.3, a half ironman in Salem. That’s 1.2 miles of swimming, 56 miles of biking, and 13.1 miles of running.  We swam down the Willamette River,

Dr. Kevin Le, DPT at APEX PWR in Tigard, OR: Physical Therapist During the Week, Triathlete Competitor on the Weekends This past weekend, Dr. Kevin Le, DPT, and his partner Batya Beard, both brought home 1st place finishes at their most recent triathlon — and we couldn’t be more proud. Their performance is proof that

Why Foot Health Matters More Than You Think In a world where flashy shoes and trendy tools dominate the fitness scene, it turns out the most overlooked piece of equipment in your training arsenal… might be your own feet. Foot pain affects up to 30% of the general population, and that number jumps to over