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Foot problems in athletes.

D Garfinkel, L A Rothenberger

The Journal of Family Practice

|August 1, 1984

Summary

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Athletes frequently experience debilitating foot problems, ranging from skin issues to bone deformities. Proper diagnosis and conservative treatments like taping and padding are often effective, alongside advice on prevention.

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Area of Science:

Sports Medicine
Podiatry
Orthopedics

Background:

Foot injuries are common in athletes and can be debilitating.
A variety of foot problems, including skin conditions and bone deformities, affect athletes.
Prompt diagnosis and effective management are crucial for athletes' performance and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline common foot problems encountered by primary care physicians in athletes.
To emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis for athletic foot injuries.
To discuss conservative and occasionally advanced treatment strategies for athletic foot conditions.

Main Methods:

Review of common athletic foot pathologies.
Discussion of diagnostic approaches for foot injuries in athletes.

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Overview of conservative management techniques, including taping, padding, and orthotic devices.

Main Results:

Many athletic foot problems can be effectively managed with conservative interventions such as tape, foam, felt, metatarsal pads, and bars.
While less common, manufactured orthotic devices may be necessary for certain conditions.
Patient education on treatment and prevention is a key component of care.

Conclusions:

Primary care physicians play a vital role in diagnosing and managing athletic foot problems.
Conservative treatments are often sufficient for resolving common athletic foot issues.
Comprehensive management includes not only treatment but also proactive strategies for preventing future foot problems in athletes.