Foot and Ankle Injury Prevention Tips
Our feet are an integral body part. They take us where we need to go and help us perform a vast number of movements and tasks every day. Foot injuries, whether mild or severe, can disrupt a person's life and make getting around and doing things near impossible. This short blog post covers the basics of common foot injuries and tips to prevent them.
Stress fractures are a type of overuse injury and are a very specific, severe type of bone fracture. They occur when the muscles become fatigued and unable to absorb shock, which results in the shock being transferred to the bones, creating a tiny crack in the bone. Reports state that more than 50% of stress fractures occur somewhere in the lower leg.
Muscle strain is a very common injury to occur in sports. It affects the muscles and tendons, and is also referred to as a pulled muscle. This injury occurs when a muscle or tendon has been overstretched and can range in severity. Check out this quick and easy read to learn some tips to prevent strained or pulled muscles.
A sprain is a type of joint injury that can happen to just about anyone. While sprains are common outside of sports, an athlete is at an increased risk for suffering this type of injury. A sprain can occur at any joint, but it is especially common in the ankle, wrist, thumb, and knee. Check out this quick and easy read about sprains and how to prevent them.
