title: Running: Improving Form to Reduce Injuries.
abstract: Running is often perceived as a good option for "getting into shape," with little thought given to the form, or mechanics, of running. However, as many as 79% of all runners will sustain a running-related injury during any given year. If you are a runner-casual or serious-you should be aware that poor running mechanics may contribute to these injuries. A study published in the August 2015 issue of JOSPT reviewed the existing research to determine whether running mechanics could be improved, which could be important in treating running-related injuries and helping injured runners return to pain-free running.
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D025461:Feedback, Physiological; D005684:Gait; D006801:Humans; D035002:Lower Extremity / Q000503:physiopathology*; D012420:Running / Q000293:injuries* / Q000502:physiology
keywords: mechanics; runners; running-related injury