Researchers have created a new glass-ceramic that emits light in response to mechanical stress, a property known as mechanoluminescence. With further development, the new material could be used to ...

If you suspect a stress fracture in your foot or other parts of your body such as your shins, knees, or hips, take a break from training and check in with your doctor.Here, Jordan Metzl, M.D., a ...

What’s the difference between a stress reaction versus stress fracture? Bone stress injuries are when a bone cannot withstand a load or force placed on it, and as a result, experiences a ...

And stress fractures of the first metatarsal don’t happen as a general rule, especially in football. But as mentioned above, they are relatively common with the fifth metatarsal.

And that's when you get closer to that stress fracture. That beginning area is going to be sort of shin splints. So making sure you're treating your shin splints appropriately and doing the right ...

Stress fractures of the sternum are breaks that aren't due to a major injury. Occasionally, a sternal stress fracture is seen in a golfer, weightlifter, or other athlete who exercises their upper ...

Stress fractures are the amount of energy or load on the bone. It’s not enough to break it in one fell swoop, but the accumulation of stress is what causes the fracture. The [pain] usually doesn ...