Quite simply, no. Running on a stress fracture, even if you think you can tolerate the pain, is never a good idea. It will delay healing and could potentially make the problem even more serious ...

Your physician can diagnose a stress fracture with a plain X-ray or a bone scan test. Treatment usually involves rest, crutches and sometimes casting. Unfortunately, recovery can take from six ...

A proper X-ray or bone scan is necessary to prescribe treatment and depending on the location of the fracture, recommendations may differ, so consult a physio therapist immediately. Some stress ...

A literature search was performed to determine whether non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) adversely affect the healing of stress fractures. Evidence exists from laboratory studies and ...

Conclusion—The treatment is cost effective and avoids the often uncertain results and morbidity associated with surgery for these difficult stress fractures.

If you suspect you have a stress fracture, you should see a doctor/physio and get an X-ray. Treatment for stress fractures usually involves a four- to six-week break from running, depending on the ...

The guide available below aims to assist parents and coaches in identifying and avoiding the primary causes of growth plate stress fractures and provide advice for medical professionals on the ...

ST KILDA half-back Sam Gilbert could remain sidelined for another 10 weeks after fresh scans showed a stress fracture in his left foot had not recovered. Gilbert had surgery for the stress fracture in ...