Stress fractures
Fractures account for 5-6% of all sports injuries.
Stress fractures
Stress fractures
Stress fractures
Common injuries associated with the bones in the lower leg and ankle include fractures, sprains, strains, and stress fractures. Fractures are breaks in the bones, while sprains and strains involve damage to ligaments and muscles. Stress fractures are small cracks in the bones due to repetitive stress. These injuries can result from activities like sports, falls, or overuse.
It depends upon the sport you play.
People who normally encounter stress fractures are those who participate regularly in sports, exercising, and other athletic activities. Also, stress fractures are more common in those who lack Vitamin D.
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The most common fractures in the elderly are hip fractures, followed by fractures of the wrist, spine, and humerus (upper arm). These fractures are often due to falls, decreased bone density (osteoporosis), and age-related changes in bone integrity.
Fractures are slightly more common in children and adolescents than in young adults due to the levels and kinds of activities in which they engage. Fractures become more common in adults as they age
Compression fractures are most common along the spine involving the vertebrae. This is when a bone in the spine collapses and is most commonly found in the thoracic area of the spine.