In many sports, the lower limbs and feet are at great risk for injury.  Such injuries were seen mostly with male athletes, but as the number of women's athletic programs has skyrocketed, so has the number of women with lower limb/feet afflictions.  Most of these injuries could have been easily prevented simply by wearing good supportive athletic shoes.

"If an injury is sustained, do not ignore it - have it examined with 48 hours of the accident.  The use of rest, ice, compression and elevation is normally recommended during the initial 48 hours following injury.  Professional treatment is very important no matter how minor the injury may appear to be, because many injuries can become chronic if not treated properly."

Injuries are not only limited to sporting competitions.  With the country's growing emphasis on physical fitness, people of all ages are becoming more and more active.  Increased activity my result in greater incidence of injury.