Have you ever heard of turf toe? It’s a sprain of the big toe joint that commonly occurs from sports activities.
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Peroneal tendonitis is an uncomfortable soft tissue condition that affects athletes and others. To understand what it is, first you need to know more about the peroneal tendons.
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A stress fracture is the result of repetitive injury to the same area. It begins as a hairline fissure in the bone and causes pain that begins as slight discomfort and progresses over a period of time.
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It’s common for podiatrists to see patients with pain at the back of the leg, located roughly between the bottom of the calf muscle and the heel.
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When the heel is subjected to constant wear and tear over a long period of time, the membrane that covers the heel bone can be torn and exposed.
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Between participation in organized sports and roughhousing with friends, most kids are very physically active. Unfortunately, foot and ankle injuries happen, frequently leading children to the podiatrist’s office.
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Foot and leg cramps, also known as “charley horses,” happen when a muscle involuntarily contracts and can’t relax.
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If running is part of your workout activities or if you're planning on adding running or jogging to your fitness routine, remember that your feet need some TLC after each run.
Read MoreHere at the Podiatry Group of Annapolis, P.A., we do not recommend playing through the pain of a sports-related injury, especially for a child or teenager. Keeping competitive pressure on an injured ankle or foot can cause even more damage that can result in a longer recovery period or even end an athletic career.
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An ankle sprain is a common injury in basketball and other activities that involve jumping or twisting, or even just stepping off a curb the wrong way.
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