What are stress fractures?

Stress fractures are tiny cracks on the bone that are caused by accumulated damage to the bone. When there is repeated impact on the same area. These fractures develop when muscles become fatigued and cannot absorb the added shock from overexertion. The pain felt from stress fractures is distinct from other conditions in that it intensifies during the workout and dissipates during rest.

Stress fractures are most common in the weight-bearing bones of the lower leg and foot. The risk of incurring such an injury is highest among track and field athletes and military recruits who carry heavy packs over long distances. However, anyone can sustain a stress fracture, for example, when you start a new exercise programme and do too much too soon.

Symptoms

The pain from a stress fracture is usually barely noticeable initially but tends to worsen over time. The tenderness usually starts at a specific spot and decreases during rest. There might be swelling around the painful area.

Causes of stress fractures

A common cause of stress fractures is increasing the amount or intensity of an activity too quickly. There are several factors that can increase your risk.

• High-impact sports, such as track and field, basketball, tennis, dance or gymnastics
• Sudden increase in the intensity, duration or frequency of activity
• Women, especially those who have abnormal or absent menstrual periods
• People with flat feet or high, rigid arches
• Weakened bones due to conditions such as osteoporosis
• Having had a previous stress fracture
• Lack of nutrients, such as vitamin D and calcium

Types of stress fractures

Metatarsal stress fracture

Metatarsal bones are the long bones หากคุณสนใจเล่นพนันออนไลน์ที่ดีที่สุด สามารถสมัครสมาชิก UFABET ได้ที่นี่ พร้อมรับโปรโมชั่นพิเศษสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ in the foot that link the ankle to the toes. There is usually pain or swelling towards the front or middle of the foot. Like hip are common when runners intensify their training. Do note that those with osteoporosis or inflamed joints are at greater risk of metatarsal stress fractures. People with bunions are also more prone in the neighbouring metatarsals due to the altered biomechanics.

Metatarsal common occurrence in athletes, particularly in gymnasts, ballet dancers and hikers as their activities place continual stress on the feet.