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The frequency (percentage) of specific diagnoses based on 2002 injury cases according to Taunton et al. The diagnoses are divided into volume or pace injury groups.
| Diagnosis | Frequency (%) | Volume injury | Pacing injury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) | 16.5% | Yes | |
| Iliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBFS) | 8.4% | Yes | |
| Plantar fasciitis (PF) | 7.9% | Yes | |
| Patellar tendinopathy (PT) | 4.8% | Yes | |
| Achilles tendinopathy (AT) | 4.8% | Yes | |
| Gastrocnemius injuries (GI) | 1.4% | Yes | |
| TOTAL | 43.8% | 29.7% | 14.1% |
