Stance Blog
Evidence-based insights on orthopaedic rehab, sports performance, and recovery — from our clinical team.
ACL Rehab: What to Expect at Every Stage of Recovery
A torn ACL is one of the most feared injuries in sport — but with the right protocol, a full return is not just possible, it's the norm. Here's what your recovery timeline actually looks like.
Durga Joshi
10 April 2025 · 7 min read
Running Gait Analysis: What It Is and Why Every Runner Needs It
You don't need to be an elite runner to benefit from gait analysis. Understanding how you move is the most direct route to faster times, fewer injuries, and more enjoyable miles.
Arjun K Raj
22 March 2025 · 6 min
Knee Pain Is Not Just a Running Problem — Here's What's Actually Causing Yours
Most people assume knee pain means the knee is the problem. More often, it's a symptom of dysfunction elsewhere. Understanding the real source changes everything about how you treat it.
Sumesh Ashokan
5 March 2025 · 5 min
Why Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable for Runners
The evidence is unambiguous: runners who strength train get injured less and run faster. Yet most recreational runners skip it entirely. Here's the case for making it a permanent part of your training week.
Arjun K Raj
18 February 2025 · 6 min
Chronic Back Pain: Why You Keep Getting Better and Then Worse Again
The cycle of improvement and relapse is the hallmark of poorly managed back pain. Breaking that cycle requires understanding what's actually perpetuating it — not just what's triggering it.
Durga Joshi
30 January 2025 · 7 min
Return to Sport After Injury: Why the Clock Is the Wrong Metric
"Six weeks and you're good to go" is one of the most dangerous phrases in sports medicine. Time is a proxy for healing, not a guarantee of readiness. Here's what objective return-to-sport criteria actually look like.
Sumesh Ashokan
12 January 2025 · 6 min