Prevention and treatment of exercise related leg pain in young soldiers; a review of the literature and current practice in the Dutch Armed Forces

This article reviews the literature concerning the prevention and treatment of exercise related leg pain in military settings and presents the latest developments in proposed mechanisms and treatments. Current practice and treatment protocols from the Dutch Armed Forces are reviewed, with an emphasis on the most prevalent conditions of medial tibial stress syndrome and chronic exertional compartment syndrome. The conclusion is that exercise related leg pain in the military is an occupational problem that deserves further study.

Source: Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps - March 28, 2017 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Zimmermann, W. O., Helmhout, P. H., Beutler, A. Tags: Editor''s choice Review Source Type: research