For Tony Pagliaroli, owner of Scott Powersports in Coopersburg, life has always been about staying active — from racing motorcycles and hiking to walking his dogs. But two years ago, long hours spent standing on his shop’s unforgiving concrete floors brought his active lifestyle to a painful halt.
Persistent foot pain became part of his daily routine. Pagliaroli tried everything from massages and stretching to rest, icing, and expensive athletic shoes, but nothing brought lasting relief.
After visiting St. Luke’s Podiatry, he learned he was suffering from chronic tendonitis and was referred to Elizabeth “Liz” Scifers, DPT, a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy and the program manager for foot and ankle care at Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s…