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Activity: Running

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Whether you’re a marathoner, a 5K runner or a weekend jogger, running can be a great source of exercise and accomplishment. Uneven terrain, worn-out shoes, over-ambitious training schedule and lack of proper warm-up can all contribute to injury. Being smart about running can help curb injuries and promote healthier running.

Preventing Injury for Running

Here are some tips for how to avoid injury while running:
  • Beware of over-training. Slowly increase mileage, build in time for cross training and give muscles rest time. Start slow with speed, warm up and remember to gently stretch muscles prior to your run.
  • Choose your terrain carefully. Help limit the risk of falls and rolled ankles by avoiding uneven or slippery surfaces. Be especially careful in the winter months, where ice and snow can complicate conditions.
  • Shoes make a difference. It might be your long stand-by pair of running shoes, your companion for hundreds of miles, but worn-out shoes can be a quick road to injury. The foot supports become thin, requiring the body's knees, feet and ankles to take on the added stress.
  • Buy good shoes in the first place. Make sure that your feet and toes are not cramped. Wear similar socks to what you will wear when running, and go to buy shoes in the evening, when the foot will be larger from a full day of pressure on it. The soles and cushion should give plenty of support.

Common Conditions for Running

Achilles Tendon Injuries
The Achilles tendon in the back of the ankle can be strained, torn or ruptured from repeated or excessive force.

Ankle Sprain
When the ligaments are stretched beyond what they can bear from a sudden twist, turn or rolling of the ankle, the result is a sprain.

Illiotibial Band Syndrome
This painful inflammation affects the ligament running from the hip to the knee, and is common in marathon and other long distance runners.

Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Overuse, tramatic injury or muscle imbalances can cause a group of conditions that impact the area surrounding the kneecap. This results in damage, strain or inflammation of the structures, which leads to pain. Learn More
Plantar Fasciitis
The ligament on the sole of the foot becomes inflamed from overuse, foot structure, disease such as arthritis or diabetes, or even wearing ill-fitting shoes. Learn More
Stress Fractures
Overuse in the bones in the foot and ankle can subject them to small stress fractures, causing pain and difficulty with activity.

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