As the name implies, stress fractures typically occur as a result of one or both feet being overstressed over an extended period of time. All of this stress adds up, and it can lead to microfractures in some of the bones in the feet. As you can imagine, these injuries can be irritating and somewhat […]
Four Common Types Of Foot Fractures
Each foot is comprised of 26 bones, and while they are all very strong, they can fracture if they become overloaded with chronic stress or acute trauma. Depending on the type of trauma you endured, you may be dealing with a few different types of foot fractures. In today’s blog, we take a closer look […]
4 Contributing Factors To Stress Fractures Of The Foot
As the name implies, a stress fracture in your foot occurs when your foot is overstressed and a bone in the area can no longer sufficiently displace this pressure, leading to a break. Excessive pressure in an isolated area of your foot is the most common cause of a stress fracture, but there are a […]
Vitamin D Can Prevent Stress Fractures in Athletes
Athletes who enjoy high-impact sports like running, ultimate frisbee or basketball can help prevent foot and leg stress fractures by getting extra daily dosages of Vitamin D. We’ve touted the benefits of Vitamin D on our blog in the past, and today we find more evidence that suggests you shouldn’t skimp on the essential vitamin. According […]
Study Finds Vitamin D Prevents Stress Fractures in Teen Girls
Recent research has shown that vitamin D intake can greatly reduce the risk of stress fractures in teen and preteen girls. Researchers studied over 6,700 girls from the ages of 9 to 15. They documented dairy, calcium, and vitamin D intake as well as the occurrence of stress fractures among the test group. The results […]