Foot and ankle injuries in the adolescent runner

@article{Kennedy2005FootAA,
  title={Foot and ankle injuries in the adolescent runner},
  author={John G. Kennedy and Brenda Knowles and Martin Dolan and Walther H.O. Bohne},
  journal={Current Opinion in Pediatrics},
  year={2005},
  volume={17},
  pages={34-42}
}
Purpose of review To evaluate the increase in overuse injuries in the adolescent athlete, specifically sports-related injuries to the foot and ankle of the adolescent runner. Factors affecting these injuries include anatomic considerations, gender, rate of development, growth, training errors, shoe wear, and running surface. Recent findings Most injuries in adolescent runners are overuse injuries rather than sudden traumatic events. Adolescent athletes are as prone as adults to poor form, poor… 
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