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Study Indicates Ultra marathons could run your health in the Wrong Direction


Sport Related Foot and Ankle InjuriesResearch published in journal PLOS ONE is focusing on ultramarathon runners in order to find out if the activity carries any unhealthy risks with the sport. Dr. Marty Hoffman and Dr. Eswar Krishnan, an assistant professor of medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine, were behind the study.

Fortunately, there were few serious health problems and illness during the year-long study. “These people generally are healthy,” Krishnan told FoxNews.com. “If you already have heart failure or other medical issues, you wouldn’t be ultramarathon-running.” An ultra-marathon consists of running over 26.2 miles, with participants often pushing their body past their limits. The main concern is injuries to the knees and lower extremities.

A sports related foot or ankle injury is no fun.If you sustained a sports-related foot or ankle injury, schedule an appointment with podiatrist Dr. Mayer Salama of Salama Foot Care. Dr. Salama can help provide the best treatment for your needs.   

Sport Related Foot and Ankle Injuries 

Foot and ankle injuries are a common occurrence when it comes to athletes of any sport. While many athletes dismiss the initial aches and pains, the truth is that ignoring potential foot and ankle injuries can lead to serious problems. As athletes continue to place pressure and strain the area further, a mild injury can turn into something as serious as a rupture and may lead to a permanent disability. There are many factors that contribute to sports related foot and ankle injuries, which include failure to warm up properly, not providing support or wearing bad footwear. Common injuries and conditions athletes face, including:

• Plantar Fasciitis
• Plantar Fasciosis
• Achilles Tendinitis
• Achilles Tendon Rupture
• Ankle Sprains

Sports-related injuries are commonly treated using the RICE method. This includes rest, applying ice to the injured area, compression and elevating the ankle. More serious sprains and injuries may require surgery, which could include arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery. Rehabilitation and therapy may also be required in order to get any recovering athlete to become fully functional again. Any unusual aches and pains an athlete sustains must be evaluated by a licensed, reputable medical professional.

For more information, contact one of our offices in Farmington Hills, Dearborn, Clarkston, or Trenton, MI. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

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