So, for the last year I've struggled with my breathing when running. Six months ago I went to my GP and she prescribed me albuterol. When I left, I was hopeful that it would help. The next day I went out for a run, and the medicine didn't help at all. As a matter of fact, I think it made it worse. Unfortunately, I was so busy with work, school, kids...life in general that I never went back to the doctor.
After my second race this summer, I knew I needed help. It was so hard to finish the race. I felt like I was breathing through a straw. So I went for a follow up and she diagnosed me with exercise-induced asthma. I wasn't too surprised, I do have a brother and a sister diagnosed with asthma. She gave me singulair, and again I came home helpful. The next morning I went out to run, and I wanted to sing!! I couldn't believe the difference one little pill could make.
My enthusiasm for running has increased. I've been out 5 mornings a week running 3-4 miles, loving the way my lungs feel.
My enthusiasm came crashing down this last week as I hit another road block, runner's knee. This past week, I took four days off (which is killing my spirits), iced both knees, and taken NSAID's. I went out yesterday morning hoping that I could resume activity. I got one mile in and BAM, there was the pain again. I had to walk the rest of the way home. I'm frustrated, I finally getting my asthma under control, and now my iliotibial bands are damaged.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks for listening!
2 comments:
While pain is acute, the iliotibial band can be rested, iced, compressed and elevated (RICE) (the key is consistency)to reduce pain and inflammation, followed by stretching. Massage therapy may also be beneficial. Using a foam roller to loosen the iliotibial band can help prevent and treat pain although the treatment itself can be very painful to some. These were my exact thoughts I just found somewhere that said it better, I might add yoga and cross training, like cycling or swimming. Also, how long have you had your shoes, good shoes are only good for 3-400 miles. good luck
I'm just grateful that we aren't at the Y together or you would leave me in the dust!! I'm so impressed with how much you are running - you put me to shame. Good luck with knee. Miss ya!
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