When a study of the tread must be done?
Written by:Wear sneakers and jogging is very healthy, but first it is important to know how to do it. To this end, it has to conduct a study of the tread. The purpose of this test is to detect which areas may suffer locomotor muscle and bone and joint injuries.
The study of the tread is indicated in any physical activity that requires prolonged periods of standing and walking (urban or mountain). Also in running and jumping sports (running, football, basketball, tennis and paddle, among others).
Types of footprints
Specialists Sports Medicine say there are mainly two types of steps: pronator and supinator.
- Pronator: is associated with flat feet, plantar arch with little. This is the most common. The ankle leans toward the inside of the foot.
- Supinator: is associated with pes cavus, ie far plantar arch. It is very rare and occurs when the ankle leans toward the outside of the foot.
The type of tread influences injuries. A bad footstep causes the foot does not distribute well the weight of the body. It influences the ankle, causing sprains or tendinitis; knee (sprains or tendinitis); and column (LBP).
Basic foot care
We must protect the feet and make certain basic care. It is important to make a good foot hygiene and nail to prevent fungal infections or ingrown toenails. It is also advised to carry out a study of the march counseling, if necessary, templates.
Edited by Noelia García Pino
