Physiopedia:Runner's Toe
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
While running, the feet, no doubt, can be the most injured body part. This would probably occur with overtraining, disregarding any pain, or not practicing self-care/preventative care. Runner's toe can be described as toenail damage, and would occur when the toe is rubbing against the front of the shoe, especially if the shoe is too small, narrow, or too large and there is space in front for the foot and toes to move. This would generally occur when running downhill. [1]
What is Runner's Toe[edit | edit source]
Runner's toe is a non-severe injury that can most commonly occur to your big toe, due to its bigger size, or really any of the toes. It can be described as the blackening of your toenail when your toe repeatedly hits and rubs against your shoe, causing stress on the toenail. This would lead to bleeding under the toenail, which would give it a black appearance. [2]
Runner's toe
What Causes Runner's Foot[edit | edit source]
The nail is pushed down into the nailbed, causing it to be bruised and inflamed, and leading to loss of the nail. [1]
Prevalence of Runner's Foot[edit | edit source]
This can be common in runners training for long distance races. [1]
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Treatment[edit | edit source]
Prevention[edit | edit source]
Here are some tips to prevents foot injuries, specially Runner's Toe:
Choose proper fitting running shoes.
Runing shoes should be chosen according to running style, running dynamics, and even running terrain. Youd want to make sure your shoes are fitting properly, so they are snug, with enough space in front for your toes. If you have flat feet, you'd wan to make sure your shoes are wider to support the middle arch. [1]
If you have a high arch, you'd want ot make sure yo have special adjustments or orthotics on your shoes as well.
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Healthline. Common Foot Problems of Runners. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/runners-feet (accessed 11 July 2022).
- ↑ Brennan Dan - JumpStart by WedMD. What to Know About Runner's Toe. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/what-to-know-about-runners-toe (accessed 12 July 2022).
