How do I prevent getting stress fractures in BOTH of my hips again? Does icing actually help?
2006-07-09 10:46:28 · 2 answers · asked by lalalicious 3 in Sports ➔ Other - Sports
15 year old girl if that helps
2006-07-09 10:46:50 · update #1
Icing does help some, but it is important that you also stretch and message your areas on a regular basis. Soaking in warm water after a run is good also. But each person is different, if you really want help you will have to talk to a physical therapist. They have the best answers based on, how much you weight, how far you run and how serious you have been injured before.
2006-07-09 10:53:29 · answer #1 · answered by Artistic Prof. 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
good shoes are the most important thing to prevent stress fractures. after that is proper form.
go to a store that specializes in running shoes and get your stride analyzed, they will recommend a shoe that matches your stride. good running shoes are not that expensive, you can get decent ones for $50-100. And dont wear them too long, or the cushioning will wear out and its worse than running with no shoes at all. I replace mine every 6 months.
2006-07-10 02:01:15 · answer #2 · answered by Kutekymmee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋