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Sports Injuries

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Sports and sports training can cause injuries to the feet due to impact, sudden movements, repetitive motions, overuse, and constrictive footwear.

Running, walking, and impact aerobic exercise or activities can be particularly jarring to the feet. Aerobic impacts can result in forces of up to six times the force of gravity; these impacts commonly cause injury and trauma to bones in the feet and ankles. Wearing the proper sneakers is a top precaution to guard against foot and ankle injuries. Sneakers should fit properly, minimize lateral instability, and have cushion and support to absorb shock and reduce pressure. Stretching prior to and after activity is also key to keeping injuries at bay.

Sports such as baseball, football, soccer, field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse frequently involve tough competition on hard surfaces or artificial fields. Participating athletes all too often wear improper sneakers or cleats and do not stretch nearly enough before and after games, practices, and workouts. These conditions can lead to foot and ankle injuries.

The motions of martial arts and kickboxing can cause conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, sesamoiditis, and ankle sprains, all of which can be minimized by proper stretching for at least 15 minutes prior to starting activity.

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33790 Bainbridge Road Suite 201,
Solon, OH 44139, United States


Tel: (440) 903-1041
Fax: (440) 600-2327

Our Office Hours

Mon       8:00AM – 4:00PM
Tues      8:00AM – 4:00PM
Weds     8:00AM – 4:00PM
Thurs    8:00AM – 4:00PM
Fri          9:00AM – 3:00PM (Surgery)
Sat         Closed
Sun        Closed

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  • Our Team
    • Dr. Craig B. Frey
    • Dr. Megan L. Oltmann
    • Dr. Jim Swienconek
    • Dr. Courtney M. Yoder
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    • Foot and Ankle Surgery
    • Sports Medicine
    • Heel Pain
    • Foot and ankle fractures
    • Bunions
    • Wound care
    • Sprains and tendonitis
    • Flat Foot
  • New Patients
  • Education Library
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