Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis (PF) is a common injury sustained by runners, with 10% lifetime prevalence for the general population. The plantar fascia is a thick aponeurotic band extending from the medial aspect of the calcaneus (plantar surface) that splits to enclose the digital tendons at the proximal phalanges and helps support the arch of… Read More
Marathon Running: Expression of Proteins on Red Blood Cells
Research Paper Title The Effects of Marathon Running on Expression of the Complement Regulatory Proteins CD55 (DAF) and CD59 (MACIF) on Red Blood Cells. Background Exercise is known to result in the haemolysis of red blood cells (RBCs). Although mechanical stressors such as footstrike and an increased velocity of blood flow may be involved, the… Read More
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Shin Pain ‘Shin splints’ describes the mid-shin discomfort experienced by runners during or after activity and represents several diagnoses, including chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS), tibial stress fracture and medial tibial periostitis (MTP), as well as vascular and nerve entrapment disorders. These conditions often co-exist and require a detailed management approach (Table 1). Table 1:… Read More
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Illiotibial Band Friction Syndrome The Illiotibial band (ITB) runs along the lateral aspect of the thigh, formed by the tensor fascia lata and the gluteus maximus. It originates at the iliac crest and inserts into the lateral tibial condyle, crossing the hip and knee joints. Illiotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS) describes the phenomenon common to… Read More
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Patellar Tendinopathy Patellar tendinopathy (PT) is classically seen in jumping athletes. However, it is also a relatively common injury in runners due to the repetitive nature of the discipline. Recurrent overload within the tendon results in micro-trauma and continued activity leads to degeneration and failed healing. This may start as an inflammatory process and progress… Read More
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome 40% of running related injuries affect the knee joint. Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) describes the group of symptoms that result from the anterior knee and the patellofemoral joint. PFPS arise as a result of ‘mal-tracking’ of the patella in the femoral groove during knee movement. A normal patella runs smoothly in the… Read More
Running Injuries & Illness 01
History and Examination In order to establish a diagnosis for any musculoskeletal injury, it is vital to understand the exact mechanism and circumstances of the injury process. By knowing the direction of forces acting upon a particular body part, it is possible to focus further history and examination towards developing a diagnosis (from an exerciser’s… Read More
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