By Center for Podiatric Medicine
December 18, 2018
Category: Foot Health
Tags: sports injury
Need a podiatrist to help out with sports injuries?
Sports are fun, but they always open you up to the possibility of an injury. Highly competitive sports, such as football, weightlifting, gymnastics, and wrestling, all pose higher risks of sports injuries, as well, which is why having a podiatrist in River North and Schaumburg, IL is important.
Common Sports Injuries That Your River North and Schaumburg, IL, Doctor Can Help With:
Achilles Tendinitis: This condition affects the Achilles tendon in your foot, the largest tendon in the body. Achilles tendinitis is a result of sports overuse, degeneration, and/or wearing down with age and time.
Plantar Fasciitis: This is when plantar fascia (the thick tissue supporting the arch of your foot) absorbs too much stress. Plantar fascia tissues strain and become inflamed from activities like running, resulting in heel pain.
Stress Fractures: Sports like running, basketball, tennis, gymnastics, and dance may lead to foot and ankle stress fractures. This is because of repetitive stress placed on feet and ankles.
Ankle Sprain: A sprained ankle is caused by a twisting of your foot ligaments, and leads to minimal or severe pain, making it difficult to walk and stand.
Heel Spur: This is a calcium deposit that causes a bony protrusion on the heel, and it usually occurs to athletes with flat feet or high arches. Running on hard surfaces, poor footwear, age, and weight, are all contributing factors as well.
Consultation:
Sports are a great way to stay fit and have fun, but if you're not careful, you may suffer from serious injuries. If you have questions and would like more information on treatment for sports injuries, call (801) 766-6344 for the Center for Podiatric Medicine in River North and Schaumburg, IL!
