Common Running Injuries

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27320058.post-1147102282795454312007-07-29T08:30:00.000-07:002007-07-29T14:32:47.964-07:00Common Running InjuriesPatellofemoral Pain Syndrome: · Refers to pain and/or tenderness behind or around the patella or kneecap · Can result from irritation to the back of the patella, usually through improper tracking of the patella as it rides up and down the femur or thigh bone · Common symptoms include a gradual onset and pain with prolonged sitting; descending is usually worse than going up stairs or hills · Causes include the position of the patella, over-pronation (or turning in at the foot/ankle), tightness of the hamstrings or calf muscles, muscle imbalance, training errors and foot wear Plantar Fasciitis: · Refers to inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is a span of thick connective tissue on the sole of the foot running from the heel to the base of the toes · Results from repetitive stress or overloading of the plantar fascia · Common symptom is pain on the bottom of the heel, usually worse in the morning and with increased activity · Causes include over-pronation (or flat-foot), high arched feet, tight calf muscles, foot wear and training errors If you find yourself with a Minor Running Injury, try the following “RICE” principles: R = restrict the activity and rest the injury I = ice for twenty minutes every two-three hours for the first twenty-four - seventy-two hours post-injury C = compression; a tensor applied firmly but not too tightly to reduce swelling E = elevation to help reduce swelling A small, occasional ache can turn into a continuous, activity-preventing pain. Don’t wait until that happens. Come and see us. You will speed up your recovery and prevent re-injuring yourself.Macey'snoreply@blogger.com