Forces that can cause a stress fracture could include repeatedly jumping up and down or running long distances.
Swelling and pain that worsen over time are symptoms.
Treatment includes a walking boot, brace, or crutches to reduce the bone's weight-bearing load.
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More than 200,000 US cases per year
Treatable by a medical professional
Requires a medical diagnosis
Lab tests or imaging often required
Medium-term: resolves within months
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A stress fracture is a small crack in a bone, or severe bruising within a bone. Most stress fractures are caused by overuse and repetitive activity, and are common in runners and athletes who participate in running sports, such as soccer and basketball.
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