Common Running Injuries and Tips to Help With the Pain
Tuesday, December 18th, 2007Before you begin a running regiment know the risks; many people experience a sleuth of problems such as shortened Lateral leg muscles, often referred to as the TFL {Tensor Fasciae Latae} and the “IT Band” {Iliotibial Band} these muscles often shorten as all muscles do that are not stretched properly.
If the problem is not addressed it can lead to a more painful problem with the Patella or Kneecap. The “Patella Tendon” runs vertically over the kneecap and can be pulled laterally across the knee causing considerable pain; runners should use a “Foam Roller ” to help stretch the outside of the leg to help loosen those muscles.
Runners also often complain about “Shin Splints” where there is actually not a splintered shinbone that causes the pain, but rather the Anterior Tibialis that is usually the culprit. A very small muscle that runs along the front of the leg just beneath the Knee that is easily fatigued, causing the sensation that the Shins are splintered; try doing seated “Toe Taps” to build the muscle.
Unless you have a more serious problem this should help with the pain and strengthen the muscle!
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