BONE STRESS INJURIES

Mar 06 2026SPORTS

Elite Runners Face Hidden Bone Risks

Recent studies show that top Italian track athletes often suffer from bone stress injuries. The problem is not just training volume; it involves both internal body conditions and outside influences. Internally, muscle weakness around the hips and legs can pull bones in harmful ways. Poor core stabi

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Running Risks: Bone Health Beyond Density

Long-distance runners are no strangers to bone stress injuries (BSIs). Traditionally, bone mineral density (BMD) has been the go-to measure for assessing these risks. But what if there's more to the story? Enter trabecular bone score (TBS), a newer metric that might offer a clearer picture. Res

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