Abstract |
Use of orthotics and calf stretching may alleviate symptoms in runners with medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). The objective of this study was to determine which patients with MTSS have a positive response to off-the-shelf foot orthoses and calf stretching based on selected clinical tests to establish a clinical prediction rule. This prospective cohort/predictive validity study enrolled 23 women and men aged 22 to 44 years with symptoms of MTSS. Interventions included off-the-shelf basic foot orthotics and calf stretching. Fifteen of the 23 runners had a 50% reduction of pain in 3 weeks of intervention. Duration was a significant factor that differentiated groups. Although an initial treatment for runners with MTSS may include off-the-shelf orthotics and calf stretching, this regimen should be only one component of an individualized rehabilitation program.
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Authors | Janice K Loudon, Martin R Dolphino |
Journal | Foot & ankle specialist
(Foot Ankle Spec)
Vol. 3
Issue 1
Pg. 15-20
(Feb 2010)
ISSN: 1938-7636 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 20400435
(Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Combined Modality Therapy
- Female
- Fractures, Stress
(therapy)
- Humans
- Male
- Muscle Stretching Exercises
- Orthotic Devices
- Pain Measurement
- Running
(injuries)
- Sex Factors
- Syndrome
- Tibia
(injuries)
- Walking
(injuries)
- Young Adult
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