1997•The Physician and SportsmedicineRequires access
Managing Overuse Injuries
Francis G. O’Connor, Thomas M. Howard, Catherine M. Fieseler, Robert P. Nirschl
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Abstract
Cumulative, repetitive microtrauma can cause tissue damage that leads to overuse injuries, which constitute a large share of sports-related disorders. The authors explain their five-step approach to treating overuse injuries: establishing a pathoanatomic diagnosis, controlling inflammation, promoting healing, increasing fitness, and controlling tissue abuse. The case of a 28-year-old male runner with heel pain demonstrates their management of overuse injuries.