RunLab

Good staff, know their stuff, have lots of personality and run a great business. If you have any sports related aches and pains, check them out!

The kind folks at RunLab are the best! They are professional and truly love what they do. For the first time in 2 years did not have the horrible pain from Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendonitis. I’m hooked and will continue to recommend RunLab and to be a client! My feet and legs are happy! Thank you!

Went to RunLab and had my gait analysis performed. Now, I am not the typical marathon runner here in Austin. I am a mom, who is trying to lose weight, and my body is working against me. I have pain in my calf when I run, and it nags at me consistently. I met with Kim, and she seemed really excited to be working with everyone she came across. She asked me very through questions, and wanted to know everything she could about my history with my runs. The shop on Lamar is not very big, but the people who work there are super friendly. They were meeting with people back to back, so you can tell they are very popular in the community. I only had the first appointment, but I am pretty stoked to return to find out results to make me run without pain.

I can only say great things about RunLab, even though I’ve only been going a few weeks. I went in to see if I could avoid issues with my IT band rubbing at the knee causing debilitating knee pain once I started going 13+ miles. I was also interested in speeding up a bit.
I had a great experience talking through the issues with Dr. Davis, and then started working with John for gait analysis and strength training. John was in-​depth, explained everything, and really helped me understand why I was having these issues.
He then gave me concrete takeaways for how we can start to improve them. I saw a massive difference within a couple of runs — things I’ve never thought before that had been affecting my running for years.
I’ve been working for Jimmy for a few sessions now too, and he’s great. Really pushes me, but also explains everything.
My marathon is in February, and I fully expect to be able to follow up on this review with a positive update. It’s been great working with John, Jimmy, and everyone else and I can’t stop raving about this place to everyone I know! :)

I’ve done a lot of manual therapies. I felt better after a lot of them but this has been truly miraculous. John did my gate analysis. It was so in depth. I learned how to immediately run faster and with less injuries through his suggestions. Shane does an fantastic job giving you a custom workout. I think I may be able to get into race shape soon.
For reference I’m a 30 year old 2:59 marathoner suffering from plantar/​achilles issues.

This place is phenomenal and a true gift to runners. As a distance runner for over 15 years, I have seen doctors and physical therapists who were supposed to be running experts; none of them have ever come close to offering the level of analysis, insight and personal attention I have received at RunLab.
In particular, John did an amazing job of reviewing my gate with me, explaining every detail in very logical yet easily understandable terms. I would have never have imagined that this type of analysis would be available to anyone other than elite runners. If you are a running enthusiast, I would definitely encourage you to swing on by and see what they offer; it is awesome.

I’ve been dealing with injuries that have kept me from running for the past 7 months now. I had a medial plica in my knee that required surgery, and in an effort to run through the injury to run Boston, I picked up tendinitis in my ankle. I have been to four different treatment centers over the course of eight months, and none have been as comprehensive, thorough and successful as RunLab. From the moment I walked in the door the entire staff was attentive and interested in my recovery. I’ve been working with John for just over a month now, and was able to run this week for the first time in months.
I highly recommend RunLab to anyone who is experiencing pain, an injury or even discomfort. As far as I’m concerned, they’re miracle workers.

RunLab is beyond amazing. I can’t say enough about how great Dr. D and the team is. The most recent time I went in was after an unfortunate collision with blacktop from a bicycle. They not only made sure I was taken care of but gave a personableness to my treatment. When you go to RunLab you are not just a random patient, you are you, and they get to know you while you get to know them. I wish there was more stars to show my appreciation for RunLab!

I’m thoroughly impressed. Everybody there is well researched. Professional, prompt, and precise. With just a pinch of casual. I feel amazing and am now armed with knowledge to help me succeed in my goals.

RunLab is awesome! I’ve been marathoning for several years but have always struggled to put in enough mileage due to frequent injury. I went in for a gait analysis at RunLab 3 months ago and found my problem (glute/​hip weakness and some stride tweaks). John and the others at RunLab (Don, Cyndi) have been walking me (patiently) though targeted strengthening exercises and I have been able to ramp up my weekly mileage without injury. Extremely grateful for this team!

Wow! Kim is an incredible Chiropractor and being a triathlete and adventure racer herself she understands athletes issues from both a professional and «walked the walk» perspective. The video analysis of my gait and her analysis of it really helped me identify what predisposing issues I had for my Achilles tendonitis and runner’s knee. John, Jimmy and Rory (who is going to the Olympic trials in the marathon) are all top notch! Thanks guys!

WHERE has Dr. Kim Davis and her staff been all my running, triathlon-​ing life??! FINALLY — a videoed gait analysis and IN DEPTH explanation. Expert PT and direction (exercises, etc.) to correct and complement my run style. (Thanks, John Love!)
Rory and Devin at the Run Lab retail store were the most knowledgeable running/​training shoe guys I’ve ever known in Austin. Dr. Davis had sent my analysis over to them and they had all my questions answered — in lay terms! :)
Got a sports injury, therapy, how-​can-​I-​improve or what-​am-​I doing-​wrong question? Make an appt. With Dr. Kim Davis!

I had a medial meniscus tear a few years back that required surgery to remove most of the meniscus, after surgery I never rehabbed enough to get back into a condition where I felt safe running or playing sports. I decided it was time to rehab my knee and chose RunLab just because they seemed like the most sports oriented PT place in town. It turns out I made a good choice, everyone there is an athlete that lives and breathes fitness and well being. They are super nice and personable, always checking in with any changes I’m experiencing in my workouts and customizing my treatment to my current needs. I usually work with John or Jimmy and it’s obvious they really know the science behind what they’re talking about. They broke down the muscle imbalances I’ve created and explained how my old running form contributed to those imbalances as well as showing me the correct way to run along with having me do exercises to activate proper muscle engagement. I would recommend RunLab to anyone but especially athletes, if you’re serious about your training and have something that’s ailing you this is the place to get it taken care of! I’m running again a few times a week and starting to think about playing sports again. My knee is more stable, I have a much greater range of motion and I’ve learned a handful of things I can do on my own to improve my progress. I have no doubt that by the end of my treatment I’ll at least be back to where I was pre surgery if not much better off.

What a cool store. They video taped me running on the treadmill and showed me that I had been running in the wrong shoes for 8 years. Had first run in the new shoes and it changed my world!!! The guy in Lakeway use to run for the university of Texas and knows his stuff.

Can’t express how thankful I am for these guys. I came to Runlab after not finding the results I needed from another PT, and have been with them ever since. They are freakishly knowledgeable (sometimes I just nod because I don’t have a clue what they just said — BIG words). They are also great at showing you the stretches/​strengthening exercises in a way that you’ll get and remember. I can tell a huge difference in my leg strength and my balance. I think it makes a big difference that the whole staff lives the sports lifestyle, understands your goals, and makes you feel like they are rooting for you 100%.

Thank you Kim for showing your concern for those that come in to see you. You will do great here!

Kim and her team are fantastic. I started with a biomechanic stride assessment. After the initial analysis she was able to point out a mechanical issue with my running and prescribe exercises to correct the issue. Within one month I saw a 25% enhancement in my running pace with no issues.
Since then, I have pulled a hamstring playing soccer and between Kim and CP at Catz Physical Therapy they have me well on my way to recovery and running again.
I can’t say enough about Kim and her personal and professional treatment of her clients, she’s great.

When I first went to see Dr. Mullen, I had nagging knee pain while running. She spent so much time with me asking very detailed questions, looking at the soles of my shoes and testing my muscles for strength and flexibility. She was able to hone in quickly on the root of the problem. She did some very deep soft tissue work on my legs and then showed the most effective ways to use a foam roller for my situation. She also gave me exercises to do on my own. The next time I came in she did a gait analysis and showed me on a slow motion video what was happening when I was running. I have been so happy with the results of my treatments. I have been able to run free of knee pain for almost a year now! I would recommend Dr. Mullen to any type of athlete but especially runners for injury prevention and treatment.