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6: Marathon and Beyond Specialist Specific

Summary: Most runners know the withdrawal symptoms that come with being injured: moodiness, jitters, excess undirected energy, guilt. When injured you'd give almost any material possession for a cure. And yet too often runners rely on self-diagnosis rather than consulting with a specialist. We fear being told not to run, which is often the typical prescription from a family doctor. But if you find the right specialist before your minor ache becomes a full-blown injury, you might be able to keep training and speed the healing process. Shouldn't finding a good sports medicine specialist be more important than finding a good auto mechanic? We're dealing with your body here, and with your passion. Yet many runners wait too long to find a specialist they trust. Full Article: Marathon and Beyond