Female Gender
Sports Involving Running and Jumping
Poor Flexibilty
Improper Shoes
Decreased Bone Density
Poor Flexibility
Rapid Increase in Physical Training Programs
Hormonal Disturbances
From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide
Updated March 20, 2006
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
Female Gender
Sports Involving Running and Jumping
Poor Flexibilty
Improper Shoes
Decreased Bone Density
Poor Flexibility
Rapid Increase in Physical Training Programs
Hormonal Disturbances
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