One of the injuries you may incur while training for the Cooper River Bridge Run is tendonitis -- an inflammation of a tendon. Tendons are thick cords of tissue that connect muscles to bone.
Achilles tendonitis, or an inflammation of the Achilles tendon, is one of the most common causes of foot or ankle pain.
Reasons:
~Improper stretching prior to exertion
~Incorrect form during physical activity
~Those with “flat feet,” tight tendons or arthritis, are prone to tendonitis.
What you can do at home:
Rest and ice
Stay off your foot or ankle as much as possible
Apply ice for up to 15 minutes at a time, three to four times a day.
When to visit Carolina Foot Specialists:
If the pain doesn't go away with ice and rest, or if the pain persists beyond a week, it's time to make an appointment to see us. We have an easy online appointment request.
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