Foot and ankle overuse injuries in standardized exercise programs

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4249.0: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 - 2:45 PM

Abstract #152527

Foot and ankle overuse injuries in standardized exercise programs

Phillip Ward, DPM and Meredith Ward. Foot and Ankle Center of NC, 3 Regional Circle, Suite B, Pinehurst, NC 28374, 910-295-9262, peward@apma.org

A common problem with people starting exercise programs is the occurrence of overuse injuries. Because most exercise programs involve weight bearing, foot and ankle injuries are commonplace. The authors have developed criteria by which these injuries can be prevented based on education of the patient and the fitness center staff.

Learning Objectives:

Recognize the common foot and ankle overuse injuries
Identify improper training techniques
Develop a fitness program to decrease foot and ankle injury occurance

Keywords: Injury Prevention, Exercise

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Any relevant financial relationships? No
Any institutionally-contracted trials related to this submission?

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

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