Stress Fractures of the Foot and AnkleA stress fracture is a small crack in a bone, or severe bruising within a bone. Most stress fractures are caused by overuse and repetitive activity; they are common in runners and athletes who participate in ru

Stress FracturesOne of the most common injuries in sports is a stress fracture. Overcoming an injury like a stress fracture can be difficult, but it can be done.What is a stress fracture?A stress fracture is an overuse injury. It occurs when mu

Stress FracturesOne of the most common injuries in sports is a stress fracture. Overcoming an injury like a stress fracture can be difficult, but it can be done.What is a stress fracture?A stress fracture is an overuse injury. It occurs when mu

Toe and Forefoot FracturesFractures of the toes and forefoot are quite common. Fractures can result from a direct blow to the foot — such as accidentally kicking something hard or dropping a heavy object on your toes. They can also result from the

Elbow Injuries in the Throwing AthleteOverhand throwing places extremely high stresses on the elbow. In baseball pitchers and other throwing athletes, these high stresses are repeated many times and can lead to serious overuse injury.Unlike an ac

Shin SplintsShin splints are a common exercise-related problem. The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia).Shin splints typically develop after physical activity. They are often associated with running. An

OverviewOsteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine.Bone i

Shoulder Injuries in the Throwing AthleteOverhead throwing places extremely high stresses on the shoulder, specifically to the anatomy that keeps the shoulder stable. In throwing athletes, these high stresses are repeated many times and can lead to