Metatarsalgia is best understood as a broad term describing pain under the ball of the foot, around the heads of the metatarsal bones. Rather than being a single diagnosis, metatarsalgia acts as an umbrella label that captures a range of conditions that produce pain in this region.
Shin pain running is one of the most common complaints among both recreational and competitive runners. Whether you are new to running or an experienced athlete, discomfort at the front inner side of your shin can become a frustrating barrier to your training regime. The exact pain driver is varied, from shin splints to stress fractures… Early diagnosis and appropriate physio management can help you recover faster and reduce the risk of recurrence.
Stress fractures are common overuse injuries affecting athletes, runners, and military personnel. These tiny cracks in the bone typically result from repetitive loading with insufficient recovery. Frequently the can prove to be difficult to heal. Especially in high-risk areas, or patients with underlying health issues. An increasingly recognized treatment option is LIPUS for stress fracture healing. LIPUS or, Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound is a non-invasive therapy. Biological stimulation to support faster, more complete bone repair.
LIPUS refers to low-intensity pulsed ultrasound is a form of ultrasound therapy delivers much lower intensity soundwaves than traditional ultrasound. The soundwaves are produced in pulses rather than a continuous stream. It is utilised primarily in the healing of bone and aims to accelerate tissue regeneration and bone healing at a cellular level. LIPUS is non-invasive and painless, making it an ideal treatment option to speed up recovery after fractures or ORIF procedures.
The Symptoms Of A Running Stress Fracture There are no hard and fast rules for what running stress fractures will feel like, however below are a few guidelines regarding some of the commonly mentioned symptoms of a stress fracture: Although most develop gradually, running stress fractures often come on without warning and frequently there is… Read More >
What Are Stress Fractures? In my opinion suffering stress fractures would have to be one of the most frustrating injuries a runner can experience. Since when diagnosed with a stress fracture, the entry level running ban starts at about 6 weeks of rest. Often some of this period may be spent in a boot and/or… Read More >
