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The Running PTs Locations in Cary, Apex/Holly Springs, Raleigh, and Wake Forest, NC!
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10/10/2026

Calf tightness can show up fast when training volume starts climbing.

In this clip, dry needling is being used to target tight calf musculature and help calm down some of that tension.

For runners, we also look at the bigger picture—how much they’re training, how strong the calf is, how the ankle moves, and whether mechanics are contributing to the issue.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

10/09/2026

That stubborn upper trap tightness can make the neck and shoulders feel constantly tense.

In this clip, dry needling is being used to target tight trapezius musculature as one part of an individualized treatment session.

Depending on the patient, we may combine this with mobility work, strengthening, posture or movement changes, and other hands-on treatment to address what is contributing to the tension.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

10/08/2026

Tight calves can make every run feel heavier.

This runner is getting dry needled in the calves to help address muscle tension as part of a broader treatment plan.

For runners, calf tightness can be influenced by training load, strength, ankle mobility, and mechanics — so we look at more than just the spot that feels tight.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

10/08/2026

Tight calves after a lot of running or training?

This clip shows dry needling being used to target the calf musculature and address some of that built-up tension.

For runners, calf tightness can be related to more than just flexibility. Training load, strength, mechanics, and recovery can all play a role, which is why we look at the full picture when building a treatment plan.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

10/07/2026

Marathon in a couple weeks = time to keep everything moving smoothly.

This runner is getting close to race day, so today’s session focused on his hamstring with dry needling, scraping, and manual therapy to help address tightness and keep him feeling good through the final stretch of training.

At this point, the goal isn’t to reinvent anything — it’s to support the body, manage symptoms, and help him stay as ready as possible for race day.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

10/07/2026

Quads feeling like they just won’t loosen up?

This clip shows dry needling being used on tight quadriceps as one part of a larger treatment plan.

Depending on the patient, we may combine this with strengthening, mobility work, and movement-based treatment to address what’s driving the tightness in the first place.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

That sharp morning heel pain isn’t just a minor annoyance—it’s your body signaling that your kinetic chain is under stre...
10/06/2026

That sharp morning heel pain isn’t just a minor annoyance—it’s your body signaling that your kinetic chain is under stress!

Without treatment, plantar fascia pain can drag on for nearly a year. But with custom gait analysis, targeted soft tissue work, and progressive loading, you can get back on the road faster—and stronger.

Explore our comprehensive plantar fasciitis treatment options and keep your training on track!
https://therunningpts.com/plantar-fasciitis-treatment/

10/06/2026

Another look at one of the tools we use for stubborn calf tightness.

In this clip, dry needling is being used to target tight calf musculature and help reduce tension in the area.

For runners and active patients, calf tightness can build from a mix of training load, strength demands, mobility limitations, and repetitive stress, so treatment is always based on the individual.

📍 Wake Forest | Cary | Apex | South Raleigh, NC
📲 (919) 803-3398

The following information is not meant to be instructional nor is it medical advice. Always consult with a physician or doctor of physical therapy before beginning an exercise program.

Address

570 New Waverly Place, Suite 120
Cary, NC
27518

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 1pm

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+19198033398

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