Femoral Stress Fractures
A femoral stress fracture is one of the most painful injuries you could experience in your thighs. There are different types of fractures; you can get one after high-energy trauma, but stress fractures are much more common and happen in patients with osteoporosis or weak bones.
One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to prevent these types of injuries is sitting down all day long. They believe they have weak bones and should not exercise because they are afraid of fractures. But in the process, their bones become weaker still, and they develop bad posture, which will eventually lead to back and hip problems. They are mounting musculoskeletal issues you can avoid with exercise.
Femoral stress fractures are more common if you perform repetitive movements. So, if you’re doing squats or lunges, ensure there are only a few repetitions in each set. If you want more information about this topic, don’t hesitate to talk about it with your doctor, especially if you have continuous pain in your legs after being diagnosed with osteoporosis.