Overuse Injuries

As an athlete, you use certain body parts more than others. It's different for every sport, and can lead to overuse injuries or cumulative trauma. Learn how to protect yourself and when to get help.

Overview of Overuse Syndrome

Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD

compartment syndrome

Exercise-Induced Compartment Syndrome

By Jonathan Cluett, MD

List of Repetitive Motion Disorders

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Bursitis

Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD

Treating Muscle Soreness After Exercise

Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD

Forearm Compartment Syndrome

By Jonathan Cluett, MD

Causes of Chondromalacia and Knee Pain

Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD

Woman on a Balance Beam

Stress Fractures of the Tibia Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD

Woman sitting at a desk and rubbing her wrist in pain

Repetitive Stress Injury Symptoms and Treatment

Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD