Five-Step Treatment for Overuse Injuries.

O'Connor, Francis G; Sobel, Janet R; Nirschl, Robert P · Phys Sportsmed · 1992

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Abstract

In brief Overuse injuries can be particularly challenging to manage. An athlete's premature return to athletic activity often results in recurrent and recalcitrant injury. A five-step management plan that includes establishing a pathoanatomic diagnosis, controlling inflammation, promoting healing, increasing fitness, and controlling abusive activity offers athletes optimal opportunity to return successfully to athletic performance.