Football Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

Football Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

Football players can receive injuries to the foot and ankle due to running, side to side cutting, or from direct trauma, such as from another player during a tackle. They should be aware of the following risks:

  • InversionĀ ankle sprainsĀ can damage the ankle ligaments, and can also be associated withĀ peroneal tendon injuries and fractures.
  • Ankle fractures,Ā metatarsal fractures, andĀ Lisfranc fractures can sideline athletes and sometimes require surgery.
  • Contusions and bone bruises may also result from high impact during tackling.
  • Overuse and excessive training can lead toĀ heel pain (plantar fasciitis),Ā Achilles tendonitis,Ā sesamoiditis,Ā stress fractures,Ā posterior tibial tendonitis (or PTTD), andĀ calcaneal apophysitis in children and adolescents.

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