Sports activities often place intense biomechanical stress on the lower limbs, making the foot and ankle highly vulnerable to injuries. This book explores the identification, management, and prevention of common sports-related foot conditions. It covers acute and chronic issues such as plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, and Achilles tendinopathy. Readers gain insight into functional assessments, gait analysis, and return-to-play protocols. The role of orthotics, taping, and footwear in injury prevention is emphasized. The book is ideal for podiatrists treating athletes across all levels of performance.
Blessing Ndlovu is a podiatrist and sports injury consultant working with athletes across a range of high-performance environments in Southern Africa. Her clinical work focuses on overuse injuries, biomechanical imbalances, and rehabilitation strategies tailored to sport-specific demands. Blessing is a regular presenter at sports medicine symposia and contributes to injury prevention programs for school and professional teams. Her research centers on load distribution, orthotic interventions, and functional return-to-play plans. She emphasizes proactive care and athletic performance optimization through podiatric insight.