(of  a man) to sit with one's legs far apart, taking up too much space on a seat shared with other people: guys who manspread on the subway.
Stress fractures are some of the most common sports injuries. They are tiny breaks in the bone, usually caused by repetitive stress from activities like running.Although they can be quite painful, they usually heal themselves if rested for a few months.Many different sports raise the risk of stress fractures.tress fractures seem to be more common in women. Other risk factors for stress fractures include: drinking more than10 alcoholic drinks a week, smoking, running more than 25 miles a week, osteoporosis, eating disorders and low levels of vitamin D.
What is a knee fracture? A knee fracture is a break or crack in 1 or more of the bones in the knee joint. It may be just a bend or small crack in the bone, or the bone may break into pieces or shatter. Some fractures may stick out through the skin. The bones in the knee include the upper leg bone (also called the thighbone or femur), the 2 lower leg bones (the tibia and the fibula), and the kneecap (patella). What is the cause? Knee fractures can happen in many ways, like falls, car accidents, sports activities, or direct hits to the knee. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include: Pain, swelling, bruising, or tenderness that happens right after the injury; Pain when the injured area is touched or that keeps you from putting weight on the leg; Trouble bending the knee; Pain made worse by movement