Predictors of Running-Related Injuries in Novice Runners Enrolled in a Systematic Training Program

Abstract

Male and female novice runners have different risk profiles. Higher BMI, previous injury, and previous sports participation without axial loading are important predictors for RRI in male participants. Further research is needed to detect more predictors for female novice runners.

Dynamic in-vivo assessment of navicular drop while running in barefoot, minimalist, and motion control footwear conditions

“…Running-related injuries such as medial tibial stress syndrome (''shin splints''), patellofemoral pain syndrome (''runner's knee''), Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and iliotibial band syndrome have been reported to affect approximately 20-79% of runners on an annual basis [1,2]. Unfortunately, the etiology of running-related injuries is not well understood.…”

“…Unfortunately, the etiology of running-related injuries is not well understood. Previous research has reported that increasing age, female gender, previous injury, high BMI, low fitness level, foot posture, and excessive training distance are associated with injury [1][2][3]. Previous research has also suggested that pronation or pronation rate may be associated with injury [4,5], and this belief has led to the development of running shoes aimed at reducing pronation (e.g., motion control shoes).…”

The effect of a long-distance run on plantar pressure distribution during running

“…As a consequence, the incidence of running injuries has increased, especially to the lower extremity [1]. Most of the running injuries are overuse injuries which occur as a result of repetitive microtrauma from chronic submaximal loading of tendons, muscles, or bones.…”

Prevalência e fatores associados a lesões em corredores amadores de rua do município de Belo Horizonte, MG

“…It is stated that biomechanical, hormone and neuromuscular factors play a crucial role in the onset of injuries 21,22 . In the present study, there were no differences between genders.…”