Stress Fracture
A stress fracture is a kind of fracture caused due to excessive stress of the bones . It causes incomplete fracture of bones. It is usually seen in athletes who undergo repeated stress . It is actually a very small sliver or crack and occurs usually as a hairline fracture. It typically occurs in weight-bearing [...]
Diagnosis and Treatment of Stress Fractures
Dr Lee Cohen explains the diagnosis and treatment of stress fractures in this useful video.
Stress Fracture Treatment
Treatment will depend on the location of the stress fracture. Most stress fractures will heal if you reduce your level of activity and wear protective footwear for two to four weeks. Non impact aerobic activity such as swimming, rowing, cross-country skiing, walking or bicycling to maintain cardiovascular fitness. Though the pain may subside after the [...]
Stress Fracture Heel
To heal the pain you have, you must face the pain you have. The calcaneus bone is the big heel bone at the back of the foot. Due to overuse a stress fracture can occur in the bone. Stress fractures are tiny, incomplete breaks or cracks in a normal bone caused by repeated trauma or [...]