Fatigue fracture
A stress fracture occurs when force is exerted on a particular point of the bone, persistently and for a long time. Unlike common fractures that require a violent mechanism of injury, a fatigue fracture occurs without serious injury. It is essentially a manifestation of an overuse syndrome.
The most common fatigue fractures are located in the tibia and the lower leg.
Treatment:
- Discharge of the member
- Physical therapy
- Proper diet
- Taking medications that promote fracture healing
Prevention tips:
- Rest: the rest periods must be sufficient for the healing of minor injuries that occur during training.
- Alternation of exercises: is a correct training tactic for uniform exercise of the athlete and avoiding the monotonous burden of a specific area of the body.
- Equipment: Timely replacement of worn shoes, racket, tartan, etc.
- Training: Trust experienced and qualified trainers/gyms and don’t hesitate to report any unusual symptoms during exercise.