Lower extremity injuries
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- Patellofemoral Pain
- Plantar Fascitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle Sprains
- Neuroma-inflammation of the nerve running between the metatarsals
- Blisters
- Stress fractures
These are common overuse injuries that may result from lower extremity mechanical variations. Have your physician refer you to a physical therapist or podiatrist to determine the proper diagnosis and treatment. Treatment may include a modification of your current training program, stretching, hip strengthening, ice, orthotics, shoe modification, and proper rest from overtraining if you are hitting the gym too often.