Stress fractures Flashcards
1
Q
What causes a stress fracture ?
A
Repetitive forces over a long period of time with a much lower force than one acute event.
2
Q
Who is more prone to stress fractures ?
A
Athletes who run and jump.
3
Q
What bones are most common for stress fractures ?
A
Metatarsals, Fibula and Tibia.
4
Q
What gender has a higher rate of stress fracture occurrence ?
A
Females.
5
Q
Give 6 risk factors for stress fractures ?
A
1Sports
2Decreased bone density
3Decreased bone turnover rate.
4Increased alcohol consumption.
5 Smoking
6 Sudden increase in physical activity.
