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Are you a runner concerned about stress fractures? A stress fracture in the foot, commonly seen in athletes, can be a major setback to your training progress. If you’re worried that a crack in the bone or a compression fracture of the foot may prevent you from reaching your athletic goals, you’re not alone.
At Osteopathic Healing Hands in Houston, our specialist offers a natural solution through Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT). This all-natural therapy has been shown to significantly reduce the incidence of stress fractures, providing relief and helping athletes like you stay in peak performance without relying on invasive methods.
OMT for Stress Fracture Treatment
Studies have shown that athletes who receive OMT experience a significant decrease in the incidence of stress fractures. Stress fractures typically develop due to overuse, causing a small crack in the bone—most commonly in weight-bearing bones like the foot and lower leg. When the muscles in the foot become overworked or stressed, they are unable to absorb the impact, transferring the stress to the bone and leading to a fracture.
Don’t let a compression fracture of the foot hold you back. Whether you’re suffering from a stress fracture or looking to prevent one, visiting a stress fracture doctor can provide you with the proper care and guidance to keep moving forward in your workouts and athletic ambitions.
Next sectionThey are caused by a rapid increase in the intensity of exercise. Other causes include impact on a hard surface, improper footwear, and increased physical activity. Athletes participating in certain sports such as long-distance running, basketball, tennis, or gymnastics are at a greater risk of developing. An athlete with inadequate rest between workouts may also develop it.
Next sectionThe most common symptom is pain in the extremity, which usually gets worse during exercises and decreases upon resting. Swelling, bruising, and tenderness may also occur at a specific point.
Next sectionIt can be diagnosed by reviewing symptoms, and risk factors, and performing a thorough physical examination. Some diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, may be required to confirm the fracture.
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Stress fractures in the foot are usually treated with a non-surgical approach. Here’s how we can help you manage and heal a stress fracture in the foot at Osteopathic Healing Hands:
Rest: Rest is crucial to the healing process. Reducing or avoiding activities that worsen the pain, especially those that put strain on the foot and ankle, is essential.
Protective Footwear: To reduce stress on the foot, your doctor may recommend wearing protective footwear. For more severe cases, a cast or crutches may be used to help immobilize the area during healing.
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT): OMT is a powerful, natural therapy included in the stress fracture foot treatment plan. It can help manage and prevent further stress fractures of the foot by addressing misalignments and enhancing the body’s natural healing processes.
Surgery: While surgery for stress fractures is rare, it may be required if the crack in bone does not heal completely with conservative methods. This would be considered in severe cases where healing is delayed.
Osteopath treatment for Stress Fractures
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Frequently asked questions
Do you prescribe medication or perform surgery?
Osteopathic care at our Houston clinic focuses on non-pharmacological, hands-on approaches. While Dr. Banik is a licensed physician who understands when medication or surgery may be necessary, her clinic emphasizes natural techniques that may reduce reliance on prescriptions or invasive procedures.
What can I expect at my first appointment?
The first visit is an hour long, during which I take an extensive history to understand your unique situation. Then the rest of the time is spent performing osteopathic manipulative treatment. It is best if you wear loose, comfortable clothing for your treatments. Follow-up visits are half an hour.
What is osteopathic care?
Osteopathic medicine combines the knowledge of a fully licensed physician (DO) with hands-on techniques designed to ease discomfort and support the body’s natural ability to move and function. Many of our Houston patients describe feeling more mobile and energized after sessions.
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