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Should I see a physical therapist, massage therapist, or sports-medicine specialist?

Asked by sfgal (283points) September 25th, 2007

I’m young, healthy, and relatively active. Until this year, however, my physical activity was mostly just lots of walking…But for my new years’ resolution I joined a gym and have spent the past year getting in shape. I run 3 miles three times a week and do other cardio (bike, stairs, etc). However, I feel like my body is still not adjusted to this major lifestyle change. Specifically, my knees seem to be rebelling against me, I get occaisional shin splints, etc. I’ll take a break from working out for a week and it gets better, but as soon as I go back to regular workouts the knee pain comes back, even with low-impact activities like biking. What kind of specialist could I consult? I’d like to make sure I’m excercising my muscles evenly, see what I can do to strengthen my knees, etc. The trainers at the gym are no help. Would a massage therapist know how to advise me? Or a different type of expert?

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