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Common Running Injuries and SoftWave Therapy in Raleigh, NC

Published June 12th, 2025 by Active Chiropractic & Wellness

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Common Running Injuries and SoftWave Therapy in Raleigh, NC

Accelerated Recovery and Long-Term Healing for Runners of All Levels

Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of exercise, but it also comes with a high risk of overuse injuries, especially when training intensifies or form and footwear aren’t optimal. From beginners to marathoners, running injuries can sideline even the most disciplined athletes.

At Active Chiropractic & Wellness in Raleigh, NC, Dr. Molly Hall and her team are helping runners stay healthy and recover faster using a cutting-edge regenerative treatment called SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Technology. This non-invasive, drug-free solution is providing lasting relief from common running injuries—without injections or downtime.

The Most Common Running Injuries

Running injuries are often the result of repetitive strain, improper biomechanics, or imbalances in strength and mobility. The most common conditions runners experience include:

  • Plantar Fasciitis – Inflammation of the plantar fascia, causing heel and arch pain

  • Achilles Tendonitis – Overuse injury of the Achilles tendon, leading to pain and stiffness in the lower calf

  • Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) – Pain along the shinbone from muscle and bone overload

  • Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome) – Pain around or behind the kneecap, often due to overuse or alignment issues

  • IT Band Syndrome – Lateral knee and hip pain caused by friction and tension in the iliotibial band

  • Stress Fractures – Microfractures in the bones of the foot, shin, or hip from repetitive impact

  • Hamstring and Calf Strains – Muscle tears from overuse, sprinting, or sudden changes in pace

  • Peroneal Tendonitis and Ankle Sprains – Pain and instability on the outside of the ankle and foot

  • Metatarsalgia and Forefoot Pain – Inflammation and pain in the ball of the foot

  • Bursitis and Joint Irritation – Inflammation of fluid-filled sacs around the joints

SoftWave Therapy has become an effective and trusted tool for helping runners recover from these conditions—and, more importantly, prevent them from becoming chronic.

What Is SoftWave Therapy?

SoftWave Therapy is a non-surgical, non-injection - regenerative therapy that uses electrohydraulic supersonic acoustic waves to activate the body’s natural healing processes. These acoustic waves reach deep into injured muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and joints to promote cellular repair and tissue regeneration.

SoftWave is:

  • Drug-free

  • Non-invasive

  • No downtime or activity restriction required

  • Backed by science and used in top-tier sports medicine settings

How SoftWave Helps Runners Heal and Perform Better

Whether you’re nursing a fresh injury or dealing with long-term pain, SoftWave delivers powerful biological benefits that help resolve the issue at its source:

1. Fast-Acting Pain Relief

SoftWave immediately stimulates anti-inflammatory responses in the tissue, reducing pain and swelling that limit performance and delay healing.

2. Improved Circulation & Healing

SoftWave enhances circulation through a process called angiogenesis—the formation of new blood vessels. This improved blood flow delivers vital nutrients and oxygen to the injured area to accelerate healing.

3. Tissue Repair & Regeneration

SoftWave stimulates the activation and migration of resident stem cells—the body’s natural repair cells. These stem cells regenerate damaged tendons, ligaments, muscle fibers, and connective tissues.

4. Cellular-Level Healing

SoftWave activates key biological markers essential to healing:

  • VEGF (Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor) – Promotes new capillary formation

  • eNOS (Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase) – Enhances oxygen delivery and vasodilation

  • PCNA (Proliferating Cell Nuclear Antigen) – Signals cellular repair and regeneration

  • Modulation of Inflammation – Balances pro- and anti-inflammatory markers to prevent chronic damage

  • Neoangiogenesis – Restores blood supply to areas of chronic tightness or injury

  • Toll-Like Receptor Activation – Helps balance immune response and support tissue recovery

  • Senescent Cell Clearance – Removes non-functional “zombie” cells that slow recovery

These responses make SoftWave a superior choice for runners who want to recover quickly and heal fully without relying on drugs or invasive procedures.

Trusted by Athletes, Used at the Highest Levels

SoftWave Therapy is not only used in clinics like Active Chiropractic & Wellness—it’s also trusted by:

  • Professional sports teams in the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, UFC, PGA, and Premier League

  • Top collegiate athletic programs, including Georgia, Nebraska, Ohio State, Penn State, Tennessee, and more

  • World-class institutions like the Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Walter Reed, Stanford, and Harvard

Now runners of all levels in Raleigh, NC have access to the same technology trusted by the world’s best.

Why Runners Choose SoftWave at Active Chiropractic & Wellness

  • Relieves pain without injections or medications

  • Supports recovery during training cycles or off-season conditioning

  • Speeds up healing from overuse and traumatic injuries

  • Improves mobility, range of motion, and stride efficiency

  • Helps prevent injuries from returning

  • No need to stop running or training during treatment

Schedule your SoftWave Therapy session online here today!

Contact Active Chiropractic & Wellness

Active Chiropractic & Wellness
3410 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone: (919) 899-7316
Website: https://www.activechiroraleigh.com
Schedule a SoftWave Discovery Day Consultation Here: https://www.softwaveraleigh.com/contact

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