Insoles are great for supporting the feet during any kind of physical activity. Insoles are inserts that have a sock liner that helps enhance comfort when wearing footwear. Insoles can also be molded to accompany the shape of the feet and secure them while running. The comfort insoles offer can help prevent injuries by improving pressure distribution on the feet. Those who find that the original sock liners in their footwear are just as comfortable usually do not need insoles.
Runners can still be prone to running injuries even with proper precautions. If you are suffering from a running injury contact Dr. Marc Frankel of The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center. Our doctors will diagnose and treat your foot and ankle needs.
How to Prevent Running Injuries
Many common running injuries are caused by overuse and overtraining. When the back of the kneecap starts wearing out and starts causing pain in your knee, this is commonly referred to as runner’s knee. Runner’s knee is a decrease in strength in your quadriceps and can occur if you’re not wearing properly fitted or supporting shoes. To prevent the runner’s knee, focusing on hip strengthening is a good idea, as well as strengthening your quads to keep the kneecaps aligned.
What Are Some Causes of Running Injuries?
– One cause of a common running injury is called iliotibial band syndrome.
– Plantar fasciitis is also another common injury.
– Stress fractures can occur from overtraining, lack of calcium, or even your running style.
Best Ways to Prevent Running Injuries
– Wear footwear that fits properly and suits your running needs.
– Running shoes are the only protective gear that runners have to safeguard them from injury.
– Make a training schedule. Adding strengthening exercises as well as regular stretching can help keep you strong and limber and can lessen the possibility of injuries.
– Stretching keeps muscles limber, this will help you gain better flexibility.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our offices in Milford, PA, Middletown, NY, and Warwick, NY. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
