Stress Fracture Recovery Testing
Professional fitness testing for stress fracture recovery. Maintain fitness during healing, support return-to-running, and prevent re-injury with data-driven training.
Stress fractures require 6-12 weeks healing:
- Weeks 0-6: Non-impact cardio on bike, maintain fitness
- Weeks 6-8: Medical clearance for weight-bearing
- Weeks 8-12: Gradual return to running
- Months 3+: Full training resumption
Wahoo KICKR Bike Testing: Non-impact cardiovascular assessment during healing
- Maintain VO₂ max despite running restriction
- Training zones for cycling/pool running
- Minimize fitness loss during recovery
When cleared for running:
- Treadmill VO₂ max test to establish running zones
- Start with easy running (Zone 1-2 only)
- Gradual volume and intensity increases
- Monitor symptoms closely
Metatarsal (foot): 6-8 weeks non-weight-bearing
Tibia (shin): 8-12 weeks modified activity
Femoral Neck (hip): 12+ weeks, high-risk fracture
Navicular (foot): 8-12 weeks, requires careful return
VO₂ max testing supports injury prevention:
- Know your easy pace threshold
- Avoid training above prescribed zones
- Build volume before intensity
- Listen to data, not ego
Stress fractures often result from:
- Training errors (too much, too fast)
- Nutritional deficiencies (RMR testing can help)
- Biomechanical issues (gait analysis needed)
- Equipment problems (running shoes)
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Complete cardiovascular assessment for stress fracture recovery. Equipment selected based on healing phase and weight-bearing status.
Medical/PT clearance required.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
Professional fitness testing for return-to-running after stress fracture recovery.
Safe Return After Stress Fracture
Book bike testing during healing or treadmill testing when cleared for running.
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