title: Soft-tissue injuries of the lower extremity.
abstract: A diverse set of conditions affect the lower extremities in athletes. Good history taking and knowledge of the anatomy of the affected areas can aid in accurate diagnosis. Most conditions can be treated conservatively with great success. Familiarity with rehabilitation strategies can assist physicians in working with physical therapists. New advances, especially in the therapy of plantar fasciitis, may aid physicians in more rapid treatment of conditions of overuse. Surgery can provide definitive relief from symptoms for athletes with whom conservative measures have failed.
authors.affiliation: Division of Sports Medicine, Department of Family Practice, Chandler Medical Center, University of Kentucky, K 308 Kentucky Clinic, Lexington, KY 40536, USA.
authors.forename: James L
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Glazer
authors.forename: Robert G
authors.initials: RG
authors.lastname: Hosey
mesh_terms: D036981:Fasciitis, Plantar / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology; D018409:Foot Injuries / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology; D010808:Physical Examination; D012584:Sciatic Nerve / Q000293:injuries; D017695:Soft Tissue Injuries / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D013641:Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology / Q000503:physiopathology