Ultrasound evaluation of the patellar tendon and Achilles tendon and its association with future pain in distance runners.

: To examine whether asymptomatic ultrasonographic abnormalities in the Achilles and patellar tendons in runners are associated with an increased risk of pain development.: This is a longitudinal, prospective cohort study with 139 runners recruited at a half and full marathon race. Ultrasound examination of the Achilles and patellar tendons was performed bilaterally the day prior to the race.

Running Injuries During Adolescence and Childhood.

The popularity of running among young athletes has significantly increased over the past few decades. As the number of children who participate in running increases, so do the potential number of injuries to this group. Proper care of these athletes includes a thorough understanding of the unique physiology of the skeletally immature athlete and common injuries in this age group.

Impact-driven, pulmonary emboli of osseous fat in exercise-induced bronchospasm.

Exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB) affects approximately 10% of normal individuals with higher prevalence rates among children, obese adults, and competitive athletes. Although hyperpnea with dry air is the best known cause, the problem is multifactorial with atopy, asthma and chlorine all playing established roles. To date, no clear mechanism has connected musculoskeletal loading with the ensuing pulmonary compromise.