Guide to Five Common Injuries for Joggers
A description and remedial methods to five running injuries.
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Achilles Pain
This is caused by excessive increase in speed or mileage or worn out shoes. Treat with ice and rest. Gently massage after swelling goes.
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Hamstring Pain
Caused by excessive increase in speed. Rest, massage and run easy. Avoid hill running and speed work. Stretch regularly.
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Knee Pain
- Cause by problem with knee itself bad shoes or muscle tightness. Stretch your gluteal muscles, quadriceps and mobilize your lower back. Ensure your shoes are providing enough stability for your needs.
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Shin pains
Pain along the front of the shins is caused by swelling of the muscles, tendons or bone coverings. It is caused by increased speeds, hard surfaces or overpronation. The “Rest, ice, compression, elevation” treatment helps. It is important to strengthen the calf.
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Plantar Fascilitis
Damage to the thick band of muscles that connect your heel to your toes. Pain appears at the base of the heel. Stretch your calf and Achilles tendons. Also curl your toes and shift your weight to the outside of your foot as you stretch.
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