Researchers in Europe are currently developing a running shoe designed to help prevent running-related injuries. The Institute of Biomechanics in Valencia is using a microelectronics measuring system to design a shoe that will collect information about your running style and transmit it to your smartphone, where it can be viewed through an application that logs your progress and performance. Although other products such as this exist, this product differs in that it uses biomechanical variables to provide the user with recommendations on how to improve their performance and prevent foot injury.
While the creation of this product aims to help prevent injuries, they may still occur. If you have sustained an injury while running or wish to learn more about how to prevent running injuries, you should consult a podiatrist, such as Dr. Kevin Sunshein of Sunshein Podiatry Associates. Dr. Sunshein can diagnose any injuries you may have and provide you with treatment options.
How to Prevent Running Injuries
Many common running injuries are caused by overuse and overtraining. When the back of the kneecap starts wearing out and starts causing pain in your knee, this is commonly referred to as runner’s knee. Runner’s knee is a decrease in strength in your quadriceps and can occur if you’re not wearing properly fitted or supportive shoes. Physical therapy can help you learn the best exercises to heal runner’s knee.
Best Ways to Prevent Running Injuries
- Wear footwear that fits properly and suits your running needs.
- Running shoes are the only protective gear that runners have to safeguard them from injury.
- Make a training schedule.
- Adding strengthening exercises as well as regular stretching can help keep you strong and limber and can lessen the possibility of injuries.
- Stretching keeps muscles limber, this will help you gain better flexibility.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office in Centerville, OH. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment services for all your podiatric needs.