Are you an ambitious runner that seems to be constantly battling leg pain? Would you like to increase your running mileage but are held back due to the pain it causes? Then, you might be suffering from leg stress fractures.

These fractures result from a repetitive motion applied to the foot, ankle and leg; usually the result of overtraining in long-distance runners and female athletes.

Stress fractures are tiny hairline breaks in the bone.  They tend to develop in the legs or feet of dancers, athletes or military personnel.  This can happen because muscles are fatigued, or their bodies are not yet conditioned to the activity level.  Rest and physical therapy can help most stress fractures heal.  Surgery is used in select cases.

Most leg stress fractures heal with rest, immobilization and cross training. Most people suffering from leg stress fractures should avoid high-impact workouts while recovering. Wearing good shoes designed for your type of foot biometrics can also help to reduce or avoid leg stress fractures.

If you’re experiencing pain that you believe is being caused by leg stress fractures, call our office today to set up a free assessment at 910-246-0606. Learn more about what we can do to help you treat your injury and avoid future injuries.

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