The Zenith Journal

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Rehab

Zenith’s rehab articles are designed to guide athletes and active individuals through effective recovery and return-to-activity strategies. Covering topics like sprains, strains, and post-injury rehabilitation, our content emphasizes reducing pain, restoring mobility, and preventing reinjury. With a focus on evidence-based practices and personalized care, these articles provide actionable tips to support a full recovery. At Zenith, we help you rebuild strength and confidence after setbacks

Jesse Klein analyzing a client's running gait in downtown Eugene

Knee Pain When Running: IT Band, Runner's Knee, or Patellar Tendon?

Outside, under, or below the kneecap? A Eugene DPT explains common causes of knee pain when running and what the research says helps.

Jesse Klein

Oct 65 min read

Football player feeling dizzy after a possible concusion

Concussion Rehabilitation in Eugene: What Recovery Should Look Like

A concussion can be unsettling — not just because of the initial injury, but because of the uncertainty that follows. Symptoms like headaches, dizziness, brain fog, sensitivity to light, or feeling "off" can linger longer than expected, especially if recovery isn't guided properly.

Michael Duffy

Feb 114 min read

The Off Season - Time to Rest, Recharge, Rehab, and Rebuild

“The Off Season” Time to Reset, Recharge, Rehab and Rebuild

The off-season is more than a break from competition. It's an opportunity to recover, address lingering injuries, rebuild strength, and prepare for what's next. Explore how intentional recovery, physical therapy, and personalized strength training can help you return to your favorite activities stronger and more prepared.

Jennifer Randall

Nov 13, 20253 min read

Jesse Burlingham giveing a stress relief and deep tissues massage at Zenith in Eugene, Oregon.

Massage Therapy for Stress Relief in Eugene

Massage isn’t just a luxury—it’s an evidence-based intervention for stress management. Research shows massage can: Lower cortisol levels: Even a single session reduces circulating stress hormones¹² Boost serotonin and dopamine: Improving mood and resilience¹³ Increase circulation: Enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery¹⁴ Support immune function: Stimulating lymphocyte activity¹⁵ Relieve muscle tension: Improving flexibility, range of motion, and recovery¹⁶

Jesse Burlingham

Sep 25, 20253 min read

Why Should Athletes Get Regular Massage

Think of massage as maintenance for your high-performance machine. At Zenith in Eugene, Oregon, our sports massage therapy helps athletes recover faster, prevent injury, and move with power—because regular bodywork isn’t a luxury, it’s essential.

Jesse Burlingham

May 23, 20253 min read

Recovery & Mobility Habits for Trail Runners

f you’re regularly logging climbs, descents, and miles in the hills around Eugene, recovery isn’t optional. It’s essential for staying injury-free, improving performance, and enjoying the process long-term.

James Wellington

Apr 17, 20253 min read

How Active Eugene Residents Can Recover Faster from Sprains and Muscle Strains

Staying active is a priority for many Eugene residents, whether it’s hiking through Spencer Butte, running along the Willamette River, or en

Jesse Klein

Mar 17, 20254 min read

ACL Rehab Case Study - Part 4

In today’s post we are going to review months 2-3 of my "ACL Rehab Checklist" to see how we used a systematic approach to hit milestones...

Mariel Hammond

Feb 13, 20254 min read

Arthritis Myths: Changing the Conversation about Arthritis and Exercise

Physical Therapists are able to recognize when arthritis is probable in a joint based on the information you give us about your symptoms and when you experience them, in combination with an examination, where we assess how you are moving. We also look at how the joint in question is moving.

Jennifer Randall

Apr 16, 20244 min read

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