Stress fracture

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What is Extensor Tendonitis in the foot, its symptoms and causes, and how is it commonly treated?

I have pain that feels like a constant ache right on the top of my foot, sometimes with a little swelling, especially after running or wearing my work shoes all...

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What's causing pain along the outer edge of my foot, and how can I tell the difference between a muscle and a bone issue?

I have pain on the outside of my foot (the lateral side) that gets worse with activity like running or long walks. It feels like it's in the midfoot, near my an...

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Janik Sundstrom

Exercising with Stress Fractures in the Foot: Dos and Don'ts

Did you know that stress fractures account for over 10% of all injuries in sports medicine? These tiny, painful cracks in the bones pose a unique challenge to m...

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Janik Sundstrom

Stress Fractures of the Foot: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

A stress fracture is characterized by very small cracks in the weight-bearing bones of the feet and lower legs. Stress fractures occur through repetitive force ...

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Babafemi Adebajo

Overcoming Foot Fractures: Returning to Exercise Safely

Foot fractures can happen to anyone, but athletes are particularly prone to this injury. A foot fracture occurs when one or more bones in the foot break or crac...

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What happens if you don't treat your shin splints?

If you don't get your shin splints treated, will they go away on their own, or do you run the risk of causing more damage?

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Can orthotics assist the healing process of a stress fracture?

I have a small stress fracture in my leg from running. It isn't anything major, and I was wondering if wearing orthotics can help me with the healing process?