Running is a wonderful way to stay in shape and strengthen the muscles in your lower body, but because it’s also physically stressful on your lower half, the exercise can result in injuries if you’re not careful. It’s impossible to prevent all foot and ankle injuries, but being mindful of the risk factors that put […]
3 Common Winter Ankle & Foot Injuries
Winter brings with it cold temperatures and slippery conditions. These factors put people at an increased risk for certain foot and ankle injuries. Here are 3 common winter foot and ankle injuries, as well as some tips for preventing them: Ankle Sprain. The most common ankle injury in the book. Ankle sprains are even more […]
Lack of Sleep May Lead to More Sports-Related Injuries
Young athletes who don’t get at least eight hours of sleep at night may be at a higher risk for sports injuries than well-rested athletes, researchers found. A study conducted at a private school in California determined that student athletes who slept less than eight hours a night were more likely to suffer an injury […]
6 Back-to-School Injury Prevention Tips for Kids & Parents
Guest blog by CastCoverZ! It’s Back-to-School time! Did preventing injuries make it onto your checklist? Although children and parents alike are full of excitement and nerves as it’s time to head into a new classroom, it is important to know that 40% of all injuries occur at the beginning and the end of every school […]