Showing posts with label Stress Fractures. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Stress Fractures. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Eli Manning Stress Reaction




Well it looks like Eli Manning suffered another setback with his Plantar Fasciits. Apparently he must have been compensating too much from the condition and has developed a stress reaction to the cuboid bone in his foot. Now what is a stress reaction? A stress reaction is changes that is occurring within the bone. Could be from overuse or trauma. What is important is that if left untreated, this can lead to a stress fracture in the foot. A stress fracture in the foot, and depending on the bone in the foot, can definitely put an end to a season. And with not that many weeks left in the season, it can end his. Treatment for both is to stay off the foot and offload it. This again can be done via a Camboot, cast, ice, rest, and crutches. He also has shoe gear modification as well. Will keep you posted on his progress.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Tom DeLay Dancing With The Stars Foot Injury

Once again another famous person has had an important injury. Tom DeLay, former Republican majority leader, has stress fractures in both feet. Stress fractures are caused by repetitive injuries. If they are not treated early enough, they can lead to a complete fracture. If this happens, this can take a lot longer to heal. Initial treatment for stress fractures include the principles of RICE- Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Also this includes Immobilization. As we talked about before, CamWalkers are one of the best immobilization options we have for stress fractures. It's unfortunate that Tom DeLay had to withdraw from Dancing With The Stars, but if he did not, then he would be at risk for a complete fracture and longer healing times. This is why it is important to not continue daily activities when you have pain and discomfort. Always visit your Podiatrist if you are having foot pain. Remember, foot pain is NOT normal.