Ankle fractures result when a direct blow or stress forces the ankle inward or outward past its normal range of motion.

The ankle is a mechanical miracle. It is flexible and resilient, serves as a foundation and propels you forward. But ankles can also become swollen, strained or sprained.

Heel spurs are bony growths near the attachment of the plantar fascia to the heel, that result from repetitive stresses and inflammation in the plantar fascia.

This injury occurs when the knee experiences an external or internal force that puts the anterior cruciate ligament under strain, causing it to either sprain or rupture.

Shinsplints refers to the pain experienced in the lower shinbone.

An acute strain is caused by trauma or an injury such as a blow to the muscle or overstressing the calf muscle. Chronic strains are usually the result of overuse - prolonged, repetitive movement of the muscles.

Thigh bruises occur very often in rugby, and an impact to the muscles can cause more damage than you might expect.