Injury
Shin Splints
SYMPTOMS Aching along front of shin, at beginning of or after activity Pain along inside (medial) part of lower leg Generally develops gradually over weeks or months May have swelling in lower leg (in area of pain)
Runner’s Knee
SYMPTOMS PAIN Along the medial (inner) aspect of the kneecap or just below the kneecap When using stairs or going up/down hills Worse after prolonged sitting with the knees bent More of a dull ache Cracking or grating in the knee Eventually, knee may want to “catch” and may feel like it wants to give [...]
Neuromas
SYMPTOMS Pain in area of “ball of foot” Burning or tingling sensation in the foot and maybe some numbness Cramping may also occur No swelling or bumps
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
SYMPTOMS Pain experienced on the lateral (outer) side of the knee Pain sometimes experienced in lateral thigh or lateral hip The degree of discomfort can range from a dull aching to a sharp stabbing pain The pain is usually not localized but covers a larger area
Hip Pain
SYMPTOMS Pain along the lateral (outside) of the hip Pain when ascending stairs and/or getting up from a seated position Pain associated with standing for long periods or for sitting for extended periods May have trouble sleeping May have limited range of motion of the hip
Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis
SYMPTOMS Pain experienced under the heel and/or along the arch of the foot. Most painful with the first steps in the morning and after prolonged sitting. Dull intermittent pain which can progress to sharp persistent pain. General stiffness felt in foot/ankle.
Chronic Low Back Pain
SYMPTOMS Pain in the low back, possibly radiating into the buttocks or down the leg A general aching in low back; may include stiffness Restricted range of motion Pain can be felt with prolonged sitting, prolonged standing or when going from sitting to standing
Bunions
SYMPTOMS Painful area around the big toe joint which may be red and swollen The big toe may be stiff and not want to bend and may be painful
Achilles Tendon Injuries
SYMPTOMS Pain along the achilles tendon during/after activity Swelling over the distal 1-3 inches of the Achilles tendon (see picture) Tender to touch Pain associated with or when trying to raise up on the toes, or with stretching of the calf/Achilles tendon Limited range of motion and stiffness