Berkshire Physiotherapy Centre

Stress Fractures

Introduction | Anterior Tibial Tenosynovitis | Medial and Anterior Tibial Syndrome | Posterior Tibialis Tenosynovitis | Stress Fractures

These fractures are caused by a sudden increase in mileage or running on a hard surface. X-rays do not always pick this condition up but there is bone tenderness on examination. A MRI scan often the best way to investigate this condition.


Treatment
	Rest for 4-6 weeks
	If after 2 weeks pain has gone start partial weight bearing activities i.e. cycling, cross trainer, rowing machine
	Reduce training if any pain occurs
	Shoes with good shock absorption
	Alternate day training on soft terrain


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