William O. Roberts, MD
Why Do I Keep Coughing After Running in the Cold?
Use these tips for preventing cold-weather coughing in the first place.
Why Breathing Cold Air Hurts When You’re Running
A top sports medicine doctor from Minnesota explains the burning sensation.
Ask the Sports Doc: Is It Possible to Run After Having a Collapsed Lung?
Health - Injuries.
Help! My Cardiologist Cleared Me to Run, But I’m Still Having Chest Pains
Dec 22, 2016?
I’m Dying of Thirst All Day After a Long Run. What’s Happening?
Dec 16, 2022.
Can You Run So Much You Get Rhabdo and Your Muscles Break Down?
A runner reading about a dangerous side-effect of high-intensity training wonders what her risks are.
I Might Have a Hernia. Can I Still Run a Marathon?
A runner with an undiagnosed issue weighs his options.
I’m Getting Cramps and Whole Body Tingling When I Run. What’s Happening?
Jun 10, 2016.
Why Do My Allergies Get Worse When Running?
A reader wonders how to avoid postrun sinus headaches and sore throats.
Help! I’ve Started Experiencing Extreme Runner’s Trots
A reader wonders where his intestinal fortitude went.
I’m Seeing a Doctor for the First Time In Years. What Tests Do I Need?
Jun 10, 2016.
How Long Does a Meniscus Tear Take to Heal Without Surgery?
A reader sidelined with a knee injury wonders when to get back on the road.
Why Isn’t My Pulled Hamstring Healing?
A frustrated runner wonders why she isn’t able to get back on the road.
How Can I Keep Back Problems From Slowing Me Down After 60?
Sep 15, 2016.
What Are the Real Dangers of Running While Taking Antibiotics?
May 11, 2017.
Can I Run on a Swollen Knee If It Doesn’t Hurt?
A reader with an upcoming race wonders how to assess the seriousness of a potential injury.
How Quickly Can I Start Running After an Illness?
A reader with young children wonders just how much common colds are likely to affect training.
Can Running Cause Retinal Detachment—or Make It Worse?
A runner with an eye injury wonders how quickly he can get back on the road—or whether he should run again at all.
I Started Running and Immediately Got Shin Splints—Now What?
A newbie struggles with shin pain two weeks into a beginner’s running plan. Here's what the doctor recommends.
How Do I Treat Knee Pain That Only Occurs After My Run?
A runner’s intermittent knee problem may be indicative of a larger problem.
Is Wearing Compression Gear to Bed Safe?
A reader questions the medical safety of some of her friends’ more unusual uses for running gear.
Can Dehydration Affect Memory?
After finishing a very hot marathon, one reader has concerns about whether it caused some memory problems.
What’s Causing My Sudden Abdominal Pain?
Side cramps, or stitches, can be a perplexing issue. The cause is not always clear, though there are some ways to address it.
3 Lessons From the 2016 Twin Cities Marathon Medical Tent
Heed these signs to ensure that you’re actually ready to run 26.2 on race day.
When a Runny Nose Threatens Your Big Race
It's unfortunate that cold-and-flu season coincides with marathon season. How to cope.
Don’t Let This Burning Sensation Ruin Your Run
A runner turning 40 wonders what to request at an initial checkup.
Lingering Pain After a Sprain
Sep 15, 2017.
Training Hard? Don't Skimp on Sleep
Advice on squeezing in running—and snoozing—around long work hours.
What’s Causing My Arch Pain?
Use these tips for preventing cold-weather coughing in the first place.
Can I Run With Arthritic Knees?
Using pain as your guide—run more when you feel good, less when you don't—can help you manage.
What Sports Docs Are Talking About
Our expert gives us a rundown of highlights from the American College of Sports Medicine's annual meeting.
Is SPF 15 Enough?
Sep 15, 2016.