Educational Guides

We at SMI have found that the foam roller should be an integral part of every athlete’s daily routine. Regular use of the roller can be beneficial for enhancing performance, preventing injuries, and expediting injury recovery.

Stretching and strengthening exercises to help correct imbalances which can develop among different muscle groups. If these imbalances persist, the stress on particular areas of the body may result in injury.

It is imperative for every athlete to have a strong core. The muscles that make up the core help to prevent excessive movement of the pelvis. An unstable pelvis will put unnecessary strain on many of the body’s structures.

The body circuit is specifically designed for distance runners. The program has been broken down into four 4-week phases. The most effective way to utilize this program is to begin the first phase 4 months before your goal event.

Stretching exercises to help to corrent imbalances which can develop below the knee. If these imbalances are allowed to persist they may place undue stress on particular areas of the lower leg which may ultimately result in injury.

These exercises are specifically designed to strengthen the calf/achilles complex and prepare it for the stresses it must withstand during running.

When plantar problems are left untreated and become chronic, the plantar fascia starts to degenerate. This complicates the problem and may severely prolong the recovery and rehab process.

IT Band syndrome is most commonly seen in runners, hikers and walkers. Occasionally, a cyclist can develop ITBS but this is usually related to bike fit.

Approximately one in four people will experience patellofemoral pain (PFP) at some point during their lifetime. It is the most common form of knee pain.

The Achilles Tendon is a long tendon that is formed proximally by the junction of the soleus and the gastrocnemius muscles and inserts distally at the heel bone (calcaneus).

High hamstring tendinopathy (HHT) is a relatively uncommon injury. It generally afflicts runners and athletes participating in sports that involve kicking or quick changes of speed and direction, such as football, soccer and rugby.

Learn more about PHLX and its messaging system.

Watch this video collection to learn how to use the PHLX stick for maximum effectiveness.

Watch this video collection to learn how to use PHLX Roll for enhancing deep tissue massage techniques.

Watch this video collection to learn how to use PHLX Point effectively to enhance your trigger point therapy skills.