Stress Fractures And What To Do About Them From A Chiropractor In Kent WA

By Cody Rine


WHAT CAUSES A STRESS FRACTURE?

When muscles become excessively tired or are overused from activities such as dancing, jumping or running, they are no longer able to absorb pressure which can cause tiny hairline cracks to develop to bones in the body. Stress fractures commonly occur in the bones of the back, the lower or upper leg bone, the shin or even the bones of the foot. Symptoms such as a tender spot on the bone that intensifies when touched or bruising and swelling can indicate the presence of a stress fracture. This can usually be determined via a visit to a doctor with a bone scan or x-ray and, in some causes, an MRI may be required.

IS THERE ANY WAY TO KEEP STRESS FRACTURES FROM OCCURRING?

There are many things that you can do to prevent stress fractures. As an example, you might want to increase your level of activity when reading on the treadmill or lifting weights. This is an increase, however, that should be accomplished on a very gradual basis, so as to avoid causing a stress fracture. If your arches are fallen, you should make sure to wear the correct size shoe and should use additional arch support to limit the amount of strain that's being placed on your foot muscles. This is something that can provide considerable relief for people who experience pain in this part of the body.

HOW TO ADDRESS A STRESS FRACTURE

By visiting a chiropractor, the underlying issues that caused the stress fracture can be discussed along with a plan of care. This plan can include physiotherapy sessions, improving joint mechanics and making improvements to weight-bearing joints by creating balance. Additional therapies may include ice massage, hydrotherapy, IV therapy and the correction biomechanic faults via chiropractic adjustments. The patient can be educated on additional techniques to prevent future stress fractures. A qualified chiropractor can help with creating the optimal plan for recovery and mobility.




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