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Evaluation of the injured runner.
1Primary Care Sports Medicine Center, Dewitt Army Community Hospital, Fort Belvoir, VA, USA.
Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
|February 28, 2014
Summary
Evaluating injured runners involves identifying intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors and diagnosing the specific injury. A thorough history and biomechanical screening guide effective rehabilitation programs for runners.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Runner injuries are common and multifactorial.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.
- Identifying risk factors aids in injury prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline a comprehensive diagnostic approach for injured runners.
- To emphasize the importance of identifying intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors.
- To guide the development of tailored rehabilitation strategies.
Main Methods:
- Detailed patient history focusing on training and technique.
- Comprehensive physical examination including biomechanical screening.
- Assessment of posture, alignment, strength, and flexibility.
Main Results:
- Identification of specific injury diagnoses.
- Determination of intrinsic and extrinsic contributing factors.
- Recognition of biomechanical imbalances.
Conclusions:
- A running-specific diagnostic approach is essential.
- Integrating history, physical exam, and biomechanical screening optimizes diagnosis.
- This comprehensive evaluation facilitates effective rehabilitation program design.
