Don’t feel isolated or alone when sidelined by injury! This welcoming community is available to help get runners through the mental anguish and physical challenges of injury. Connect with each other and hear from the experts at Trinity Health Of New England Orthopedics to guide best practices for injury prevention and recovery strategies.
ENGAGE
There are a variety of resources to support you, from the community group and other social engagement opportunities to online content and in-person connections at the League Of Injured Runners tent in pre/post-race areas on many race days through the year.
Stay connected through the Facebook group, just search out “HMF League of Injured Runners” or click below to request to join. The closed Facebook group allows members to share experiences and encourage each other, but only approved members will see group communication (personal user privacy and security settings apply).
EXPERTS
Trinity Health Of New England Orthopedics is home to specialized physicians and surgeons that understand the needs of athletes and active patients. Our orthopedic surgeons, many of whom have board certifications and fellowship training, have years of experience treating thousands of patients. You’ll receive care from professionals in joint replacement, orthopedic spine, orthopedic, sports medicine, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. Meet some of the team that will provide tips and recommendations*
Jeffrey R. Brown, M.D. – Director of Primary Care Sports Medicine at Trinity Health of New England – St. Francis Hospital, specializing in the medical management of sports injuries and illnesses affecting activity. Dr. Brown is a recreational runner and serves as consulting or team physician for numerous sports teams including Central Connecticut State University, the Hartford Athletic professional soccer team, the CREC schools, and the Hartford Public High Schools. He is the associate director of the UCONN primary care sports medicine fellowship, and an assistant professor at UCONN School of Medicine.
Tara Futrell, MD – Dr. Futrell is a sports medicine physician with expertise in the comprehensive care of athletes and active individuals. Her practice includes the non-surgical care of acute and chronic orthopedic injuries and the treatment of sports-related medical conditions. She is the head team physician for the AHL Springfield Thunderbirds and the head team physician for Westfield State University, Mount Holyoke College and Elms College.
Participating Experts
- Amanda Fantry, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgeries
- Alex Dukas, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
- Christian Merrill, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
- Benjamin Snyder, MD – Orthopedic Surgery
- Catherine Spath, MD – Orthopedic Surgery
- Obianuju Obioha, MD – Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
*NOTE: Medical Advice Disclaimer
POST-RACE RECOVERY Q&A
Use this detailed guide to support post-race recovery from long distance events, with tips for just after crossing the finish line to the days and weeks after a big race. TIPS
TIPS
The Support Hub offers detailed Injury Prevention and Stretching how-tos with step-by-step guides. TIPS
Visit our YouTube channel League of Injured Runners playlist for a variety of videos, tips and demos.
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