Sports & the lower limb
Feet and legs are the part of the body that is most injured when playing sport. Some of these injuries are sudden and acute, and some build up over time and become a chronic overuse problem. The majority of injuries are related to the body’s mechanics during a specific sporting activity. Occasionally we see an injury which caused by poor footwear or an accident, for example a fall, but by in large the biomechanics are a major factor. Our Podiatrists treat sporting injuries by looking a the body’s biomechanics and the demands of the sport.
Here is a quick list of the some of the acute injuries and chronic overuse injuries that our podiatrists treat:
Shin splints
Achilles tendon problems
Heel pain
Plantar fasciitis
Ankle strain / sprains
Blisters
Toe nail injuries
Tendinitis/ Tendinosis
Joint sprains / strains
Plantar plate injuries
Muscle strains
Knee injuries
All sports are demanding on the feet and legs. The increased activity and repetitive movements exaggerate musculoskeletal imbalances, which can develop into injuries .
Our podiatrists will examine your injuries, and your foot and leg mechanics. Taking into account the type of sporting activity you do, they will create a plate to treat , rehabilitate and prevent recurrence.
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