Injuries

We are constantly adding new material to help you better understand running injuries. Stay tuned to this page as each of the following injuries is updated and discussed. 

The following list of injuries is broken down into body regions. Since 80% of all running-related injuries occur at or below the knee, those regions are listed first. This information is intended to serve as an overview and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice from your doctor or therapist. As with any injury, it is important the diagnosis is accurate and based upon a thorough physical examination.

KNEE

Patello-femoral pain syndrome (PFPS)

Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS)

Patellar tendonitis

Patellar subluxation

Pes anserine bursitis

Meniscal tear

Baker’s cyst

LOWER LEG

Shin Splints

Tibial Stress Fracture

Exercise-Induced Compartment Syndrome

Calf Muscle Strain/Tear

FOOT AND ANKLE

Achilles tendonitis

Posterior tibial tendonitis

Peroneal tendonitis

Plantar fasciitis and plantar fasciosis

Plantar fascial tear or rupture

Heel spur

Metatarsalgia

Sesamoiditis

Metatarsal Stress fracture

Turf toe

Tarsal tunnel syndrome

Neuroma

Bruised toe nail

Ingrown toe nail

Athletes foot

Blisters

HIP AND PELVIS

Trochanteric bursitis

Snapping Hip Syndrome

Piriformis Syndrome

Hip Flexor Strain

Gluteal Strain

THIGH AND GROIN

Groin Strain

Hamstring Strain

Quadriceps Strain

BACK

Sciatica and Pinched Nerve

Herniated Disk

Low Back Pain

GENERAL AND OTHER

Athletic amenorrhea

Exercise-induced asthma

Headache

Hyponatremia

Dehydration