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Lea R Stenerson1,2, Bridget F Melton1,3, Helen W Bland4
1Department of Health and Human Performance, Concordia University of Chicago, River Forest, IL 60305, USA.
Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology
|September 27, 2023
Summary
Running-related injuries (RRIs) are common, especially in the foot/ankle and knee. Higher weekly mileage is linked to more RRIs, and specific resistance training (RT) may increase risk.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Exercise Science
- Biomechanical Research
Background:
- Running-related injuries (RRIs) are a significant concern for recreational runners.
- Understanding the factors contributing to RRIs is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies.
- The role of running volume and resistance training (RT) in RRI development requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize running-related injuries (RRIs) in adult recreational runners.
- To explore the association between running parameters, resistance training (RT) variables, and RRI occurrence.
- To identify perceived injury prevention measures utilized by runners.
Main Methods:
- An anonymous online survey was distributed to adult recreational runners.
- Data from 616 participants were analyzed using chi-square, t-tests, and ANOVA (p ≤ 0.05).
- Injury history, RRI sites, running mileage, and RT practices were assessed.
Main Results:
- 84.4% of runners reported a history of RRIs, with 44.6% experiencing one in the past year.
- Common RRI sites were foot/ankle (30.9%) and knee (22.2%).
- Higher weekly running mileage (>19 miles) was associated with increased RRI prevalence (48.4%, p=0.05).
- Among RT users, training hip musculature (50.3%, p=0.005) and excluding upper body (61.6%, p<0.001) correlated with more RRIs.
- Several risk-reduction strategies showed disproportionately high RRI prevalence.
Conclusions:
- RRIs are a substantial problem for recreational runners, particularly affecting the foot/ankle and knee.
- Increased running volume and performance motivations are positively associated with RRIs.
- While many runners use RT and other prevention techniques, their effectiveness requires prospective evaluation due to limitations in current study design.
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