Top 10: Common Sports Injuries There are hundreds of different
sports injuries, but there are certain parts of the body that
are more prone to damage than others. In fact, the top three
categories comprise more than 80% of all sports injuries. Read
on to find out which injuries are most common, as well as ways
to prevent and treat these ailments. Achilles tendinitisWhen the
tendon at the back of the ankle -- the Achilles tendon -- is
overused, inflammation and pain can occur, which is known as
acute Achilles tendinitis. If this condition is left untreated,
it can become chronic and the injury can worsen until it becomes
impossible to run. Achilles tendinitis is most common among
runners and athletes who participate in sports that involve
running or jumping. Prevention and treatment: Stretching and
strengthening exercises for the calf muscles can help prevent
injury to the Achilles tendon. Rest, ice, compression, and
elevation (RICE), an anti-inflammatory medication, and
strengthening your calf muscles are you