How to Know if You Have a Stress Fracture
Understanding Stress Fractures: What They Are and Why They Happen Stress fractures are tiny cracks in a bone, typically caused by repetitive, low-impact forces rather than a single, traumatic event. These micro-traumas accumulate over time, weakening the bone structure until a fracture develops. Common locations for stress fractures include the tibia (shinbone), fibula (the smaller … Read more