If you are a runner, you are no doubt intimately acquainted with the importance of taking care of your body to ensure that you are running in the most healthy way possible. One practice that people believe might help prevent running injuries is performing certain stretches of the feet. Stretching can significantly improve the extent to which your body can absorb energy when running, which might go a long way in preventing injuries. The benefits of stretching as a runner might not be limited to the feet. Stretching could also reduce aches and pain in areas throughout the body that are tight. You may choose to stretch before a workout as a way to warm up, or immediately after a workout as a form of a static stretch. Contact a chiropodist today to learn additional methods to prevent running injuries.
Although running is a wonderful exercise to keep you in shape, it can wreak havoc on your feet and ankles if you don’t take preventive measures. If you have sustained a foot and ankle injury from running, please consult with one of the chiropodists from Complete Family Footcare & Therapy. Our clinicians can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility.
Some common running injuries include:
Achilles tendonitis
Shin splints
Ankle sprains
Stress fractures
Plantar fasciitis
Bursitis
What causes injuries?
These injuries are usually caused by overtraining, wearing the wrong shoes, running on hard surfaces, having tight and inflexible muscles, or having biomechanical issues in the feet or ankles.
What can I do to prevent injuries?
Train slowly and gradually
Give yourself plenty of time to recover following a run
Wear shoes that fit properly and support your foot
Avoid running on hard surfaces, like concrete
Stretch and strengthen the muscles of your lower legs
Warm-up prior to a run
Have your gait analyzed and your feet examined by a chiropodist to determine if there are any biomechanical problems that need to be treated
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our offices located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
