INJURY HOTSPOTS for runners ... * Running on heard surfaces places stress on the spine and may lead to herniated discs and sciatica; * Weak core-stabilizing muscles can also lead to possibly dysfunction of the sacroiliac joint resulting in pelvic pain; * Tightness around the hips when running long distances can put stress on the outside of the hip joint which can then cause BURSITIS; * Rapid contraction of the thigh muscles during sprinting can also lead to acute groin injuries; * Running long distances, especially on hard surfaces puts alot of stress on the knee joint; * Tightness of the IT band can cause pain on the outside of the knee while running; * Patellar tendinopathy causes pain in the front of the knee (Knee cap area) and is often the result of the body being unable to cope with an increase in mileage: * The repetitive action of lifting the toes while running puts strain on the front of the shins causing shin splints; So Runners ... concentrate on wearing appropriate footwear, comprehensive strengthening and appropriate stretching in addition to all the miles you do ...
Posted on: Mon, 21 Oct 2013 11:34:46 +0000
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