Definition: Injuries Related to Running, Sports or Exercise: Heel Pain, Shin Splints, Ankle Sprains, Achilles Tendonitis, Stress Fractures, Morton’s Neuroma, Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)

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Physical activity places remarkable demands on the body’s feet, legs and entire body. Whether you are a professional athlete or enjoy recreational activity, you are susceptible to many different injuries that may affect your foot health, as well as your overall well-being. Proper foot care is essential for optimal performance.

Common running/sports injuries include:

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Ways to prevent running/sports injuries

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  • Wear proper footwear for the activity
  • Stretching before and after exercising
  • Warm-up before performing exercising
  • Custom-made orthotics to control any biomechanical issues and realign the foot
  • Ankle-foot-orthoses (AFO) to stabilize the foot and support the ankle

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