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Stress Fractures

By Laura Inverarity, D.O., About.com

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by Kate Grossman, MD

Stress fractures are among the most common sports injuries. They often result from participation in sports activities that involve running and jumping. The following list reviews common risk factors in the development of stress fractures:

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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