The Correct Footwear Rolls the Way the Foot Does, According to Some Experts

The Correct Footwear Rolls the Way the Foot Does, According to Some Experts

A common theme in the fitness and medical field is to observe the way a person’s foot rolls. This knowledge could prevent injuries from occurring as well as help to find better fit shoes. According to Dr. Jane Andersen, “When it comes to shoe choice, the amount of pronation control is extremely important.”

Andersen, who was a past leader of the American Association of Women Podiatrists, says that the number one reason for running injuries like plantar fasciitis or stress fractures, happen from wearing shoes that are either damaged or ill-fitting. Dr. Mark Kelly, spokesperson on the American Council of Exercise and keen runner of 35 years, says people should “heed their biochemical tendencies,” or amount of movement. “Get a certified trainer to look at the biomechanics of how you’re running. How are you turning your foot? Are you a forefoot striker, midfoot striker, heel striker or extreme  heel striker?” Kelly advises.

If you have sustained an injury while running or wish to learn more about how to prevent running injuries you should seek out the care of a podiatrist such as Dr. Alan Discont of Family Foot & Ankle Care, PC. Dr. Discont can diagnose any injuries you may have as well as provide you with treatment options.

How to Prevent Running Injuries

Many common running injuries are caused by overuse and overtraining. When the back of the kneecap starts wearing out and starts causing pain in your knee, this is commonly referred to as runner’s knee. Runner’s knee is a decrease in strength in your quadriceps and can occur if you’re not wearing properly fitted or supporting shoes. Runner’s knee usually is treated with strengthening exercises focusing on the quad muscles and sports orthotic.

What Are Some Causes of Running Injuries?

- One cause of a common running injury is called iliotibial band syndrome.
- Plantar fasciitis is also another common injury.

Best Ways to Prevent Running Injuries

- Running shoes are the only protective gear that runners have to safeguard them from injury.
- Make a training schedule. Adding strengthening exercises as well as regular stretching can help keep you strong and limber and can lessen the possibility of injuries.
- Stretching keeps muscles limber, this will help you gain better flexibility.

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