Carolyn, when you do run, you can reduce pain by buying an IT
Compression Strap.

Jose Vargas

--- In itbs@yahoogroups.com, "CCS" <cooksteroo@...> wrote:
>
> Hi there,
> I'm a runner, or at least I'm someone trying to train for a marathon.
>
> I got orthotics and a cortisone shot, am doing PT, use the roller,
> ice, and am looking into ART (because of this forum).
>
> I had no pain for a few weeks after the shot and now it's back - at a
> much lower level, but I've had the shooting pains before so I expect
> they're just around the corner.
>
> My marathon is coming up soon and so I'm a bit desperate for
> crosstraining ideas.
>
> I welcome your ideas for how I can maintain/improve my fitness while
> laying off the running.
>
> Thanks,
> Carolyn
>