Stress fractures were first described in 1855 by a Prussian ... fracture of the tibia/shin and the Jones fracture of the fifth metatarsal, heal poorly and often are treated with surgery.

Your first metatarsal is the thickest ... recommend specific foot exercises that may help. increased risk of stress fractures in the second metatarsal increased risk of diabetic ulcers in the ...

And how can you do your best to avoid getting one in the first place ... strike too quickly can increase the risk of a metatarsal stress fracture.’ People who overpronate are also more ...