Even the strongest, fastest runners suffer from running injuries. Injuries usually happen when runners work too hard or without caution. But running injuries can be prevented. Here are some of the most common running injuries and ways how athletes can avoid them.
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Stress fracture
A stress fracture is a crack in the bone that causes discomfort or pain, often affecting the feet or shin. It happens when runners put too much pressure on their steps. For runners to prevent stress fracture, they must take enough time to rest. Continuous bone stress can lead to more injuries.
Achilles’ tendonitis
Achilles’ tendonitis is the inflammation of the large tendon (Achilles’ tendon) that attaches the calf to the back of the heel. Repetitive pain or stress usually causes this injury in the tendon area. Tight calf muscles are also to blame for this kind of injury. Runners can treat the area by doing calf stretches and icing the area.
Hamstring injuries
Hamstring injuries happen when the leg muscles are weak. People who are flexible such as athletes and dancers are at risk of such injury due to their stretched-out muscles. Those who have muscular imbalance are also candidates for hamstring injuries. Some runners must rest for weeks and even months before participating in long-distance marathons. A deep tissue massage can help runners recover from hamstring injuries.
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Blisters
A lot of runners think that foot blisters are normal after every marathon. Blisters can affect one’s running performance, especially those who are running long distances. Blisters can be prevented by stopping at the first signs of a hot spot. Runners can put a gel bandage or a moleskin band around the area.
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