Stress Fracture

Stress Fracture

A stress fracture is a very small crack in a bone. These types of fractures often develop from overuse, and most stress fractures occur in the weight-bearing bones of the foot and lower leg. High impact sports that are played on harder surfaces tend to be at higher risk. The repeated stress of the foot striking the ground causes the bone to breakdown faster than it can repair itself. Rest is the key element to recovery from a stress fracture.

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