Sports-induced inflammation in the lower extremities.
Inflammations of the patellar and Achilles tendons, knee and ankle apophyses, and plantar fascia are common among professional and amateur athletes. The tendency to favor a sore leg and delay seeking medical attention often results in muscle atrophy. Many patients thus require physical as well as pharmacologic therapy to prevent further injury and regain full use of the leg.
Aronen
J G
JG
Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, San Francisco, USA.
Garrick
J G
JG
D000293:Adolescent; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D002648:Child; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D006801:Humans; D007249:Inflammation / Q000209:etiology*; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries; D009133:Muscular Atrophy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy