Injuries during running or jogging

Injuries during running or jogging can be a big trouble for anyone, even for experienced runners. Sometimes you may not recognize the injury at the earlier stage. For example- A bike rider should have little knowledge about his vehicle, so that he could fix the breakdown at first stage. Similarly a runner or jogger also need to have some knowledge about running injuries, so that he/she can consult with their doctor at first stage itself. You are advised not to continue running or jogging if you are still in pain. Instead of this, you should fix an appointment with your doctor. You should start running if you are completely recovered. Today we will discuss some of the common running injuries in this article.

Knee injury is the most common injury which most of the runners or joggers face. It develops usually when you feel swelling under

your kneecap. In this condition, you may feel pain around and behind your knee. The severity of the knee injury can be counted from the pain you are going through. If you are feeling little pain in your knee then it can be treated at home itself. You just need an ice cube to treat minor knee injury. Get an ice cube and hold it on your painful knee for about 15-20 minutes. On the other hand, in case of major knee injuries, you should go to doctor without getting late. 

Achilles injury is another common injury caused due to running or jogging. Regular practice of running or jogging may cause Achilles pain. At earlier stage of Achilles pain you may feel pain or swelling behind your ankle or heel. For minor Achilles pain, you may have a gentle massage with an ointment. You can also use heel wedge inside your shoes to get relief from Achilles pain. 

Shin pain is also observed in regular runners or joggers. This pain generally causes in front of the leg or below the kneecap. In some cases, the runner is facing shin pain but he/she still continue running. Do not take this pain lightly, it can be very dangerous. For minor shin pain, you can apply ice cubes on it. But if you are facing severe pain then you should stay calm for few days to get relax from shin pain. 

Heel pain or muscle strain is also a hurdle for runners or joggers. Heel pain may cause by giving weight on heel for regular practice of running, whereas muscle strain may occurs suddenly. If you are not getting relief by applying ice or ointment, then this is the time to go to doctor. Do not continue running until doctor gives you green signal. 

Precaution for unnecessary injuries through running

The most important thing is to wear proper running shoes, weather you are a professional runner or just a jogger. The professional running shoes have the features for comfortable running or jogging. It prevents you from injuries while you are running or jogging. Always start your running or jogging practice with a warm up session. Do warm up at least for 5 or 10 minutes before you start running or jogging. Start with medium pace of running and then slowly increase your speed and distance.