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of Giants: Women’s History Month

Managing Editor Christy Jaillet Art Director Tom Rowe

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

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32 The Elusive Stress

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Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: Women’s History Month

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In his proclamation, President Reagan commented, “Women continue to strengthen the family and enrich our lives with intellectual gifts, creative talents, and indomitable spirit.” Every March since that year has been officially recognized as Women’s History Month in the United States.

We decided to celebrate this year’s Women’s History Month by recognizing some of the amazing women in our community.

The Exceptional Women in Business section of this magazine highlights the accomplishments and talents of some of the women who make our city such a great place to live and raise a family.

The contributions women have made to every field and endeavor are infinite. Accomplishments like Marie Curie’s work in physics or Rosa Parks’ bravery that ignited the civil rights movement are even more noteworthy when considering the obstacles they had to overcome.

It’s heartening to see accomplished women in positions of power. Today the Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel is serving her fourth term. The CEOs of companies like General Motors and Fidelity Investments are women, as are Vice President Harris and Speaker of the House Pelosi. Those leaders would certainly not be where they are today without the accomplishments of countless women before them. It reminds us of Issac Newton’s famous quote, “I have seen further by standing on the shoulders of giants.”

As we reflect during this year’s Women’s History Month, we can’t help but wonder on whose shoulders our daughters and granddaughters will be standing.

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Beyond the Shimmering Waters: Everglades & Immokalee

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will celebrate Women’s History Month and World Water Month with this visual narrative by artist Lisette Morales. The exhibit will open with a livestream virtual reception at 4:00 pm and be on display through May 28 at the New River Inn, 231 SW 3nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale and available digitally.

Let the Good Times Rolle: The Life and Legacy of Esther Rolle at 100

In celebration of Women’s History month and honoring the talents of Emmy Award-winning actor and Pompano Beach native Esther Rolle, AARLCC will host a Drive-In Outdoor Play Let the Good Times Rolle. Born November 8, 1920, Rolle excelled on stage and screen and is bestknown for her role as matriarch Florida Evans on the 1970s sitcom Good Times.

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MAR 7 Weston World Fest

Take a drive through the culture that makes Weston such a special place. This year’s Weston World Fest will be a drive-thru event. This year’s theme is “Music of The World.” Decorate your car, and check out all of the country booths. There will be plenty of opportunities for photo ops. The family-friendly drive-thru event will be held at Cypress Bay high school from Noon till 1:30pm. For more info visit www.1weston.com

MAR 9 Outrages: Sex, Censorship and the Criminalization of Love

MAR 6 & 7 Exotic Plant Festival

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MAR 8 International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. IWD has occurred for well over a century, with the first IWD gathering in 1911 supported by over a million people. Today, IWD belongs to all groups collectively everywhere. IWD is not country, group or organization specific.

Join New York Times bestselling nonfiction writer and feminist activist Dr. Naomi Wolf as she discusses her newest book. Outrages explores the history of state-sponsored censorship and violations of personal freedoms through the inspiring, forgotten history of one writer’s refusal to stay silenced.

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Gather your building or drawing supplies to create something based on the story or facts shared by the librarians. Share your creations live at the end of the program.

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MAR 17 St. Patrick’s Day

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Sankofa, a word in the Twi language, is usually connected with going back and getting your history. “The Colors” are a variation of people. We have different shades of skin and culture and, regardless of race, participants will be able to connect with themselves and their history through the art of Acting. Watch as middle and high school students showcase their talents. Held at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place. For more info call Miramar Cultural Center.

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This evaluation will result in new waste/ recycling days and bulk pick-up days and maps throughout the Town. These changes will be made to enhance service delivery and reduce missed or delayed pick-ups. The Town will undertake a public information campaign to ensure notices are sent in advance for you to plan appropriately. Be on the lookout!!!

The biggest challenge for Davie and is the same challenge for everyone in Broward County is the processing of recyclables.

For years, recycling has declined based on the global market and contamination issues making the repurposing of recyclables cost-prohibitive. As a result, the cost to recycle has tripled and shamefully recyclables are being placed in landfills due to contamination. This is unconscionable, which is why the Town has taken a hybrid approach to ensure that the Town still gets credited with recycling. In this new contract, you will still have a recycling container (beige) and a waste container (green). They

will both be picked up twice a week by the same truck and taken to the Waste Energy Facility on SR7/441. There, the materials will be burned generating electricity resulting in energy credits. We ask that you still source separate, the material between recyclables and household waste as the Town, other Broward municipalities, and Broward County are currently collaborating to determine the feasibility of opening a government-run recycling facility in Broward County. If, and when this occurs, this would require the separating of materials and the Town will be in a state of readiness to participate. In the meantime, we will have lower waste and recycling costs than anticipated and still doing our best for the environment.

The Town of Davie is now a participating municipality in the Broward County Residential Drop Off program. Davie residents can dispose of household hazardous waste, residential electronics recycling, and bulk and yard waste at any of the County’s dropoff centers including the Central Residential Drop-Off Center (RDOC) located at 5490 Reese Road, Davie, FL 33313. The facilities are open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Davie residents may only utilize the Central RDOC for bulk and yard waste. Please note, this center is operating on an alternating schedule and will be open to Davie residents every other Saturday (March 6, March 20, etc.) until further notice. Only two individuals per vehicle will be allowed to unload their waste and residents will be required to wear a face-covering while unloading waste. For more information, please visit www.davie-fl.gov/solidwaste.

Davie bills its residents for solid waste services on its tax bill. The original FY2021 residential solid waste assessment was $330.49 per household prior to the new contract with Coastal. Based on savings during FY2021 and the negotiated new contract, we will be able to reduce next year’s (FY2022) solid waste assessment amount to an estimated $258. The FY2023 solid waste assessment will be based solely on the new contract and is estimated at $308.00.

Throughout the transition of the collection

companies and beyond, the Town will have a municipal solid waste liaison to assist with any questions, concerns, or unforeseen issues that may arise. The contact number is 954-797-1045, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We can also be reached via email at waste@davie-fl.gov.

On a final note, I want to let you know that the Town operated a COVID-19 Vaccination Point of Dispensing (POD) site at Pine Island Park during the month of February.

The POD operated on an appointment-only basis and vaccinated residents 65 and over.

The Town vaccinated 50 patients for 10 days utilizing Town Fire Rescue personnel.

Thank you to all Town staff that made this site a great success and we look forward to hosting a larger vaccination site in the future Selected Walmarts have been added to vaccination sites including two in Davie: University Drive north of Griffin Rd. and Stirling Rd and Pine Island Rd. Walmart’s scheduler can be found by visiting Walmart. com/covidvaccine In conjunction with the United States Conference of Mayors and municipalities across the country, the Town of Davie has proclaimed the 1ST day of March 2021 as: COVID-19 VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS MEMORIAL DAY. Our hearts go out to the families who have lost a loved one.

On Feb 14 Silver Ridge Elementary and schools around the county commemorated the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS 3 years ago with a children’s day of service. A Peace Pole was dedicated at Silver Ridge by the students and then they spent the day beautifying the campus. A great tribute.

If you need to contact me please call 954-797-1030 or email me at jpaul@davie-fl.gov.

Mayor J ud y Paul Town of Davie

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roward County Public Schools (BCPS) observed the three-year commemoration of the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School by holding a Day of Service and Love at all of the schools in the system. Over the course of the week leading up to Sunday, February 14, district schools conducted projects and activities that encourage service to others and raise awareness about important and meaningful causes.

Cooper City High School students and faculty enthusiastically pitched in to help bring our community together.

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Please describe your showrooms.

We’ve been serving South Florida since 1984. In 2000, our Davie showroom was selected as the nation’s first Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Gallery. In 2020 we opened a second showroom in Sunrise near the Sawgrass Mills Mall to better serve our expanding customer base. Both of our stateof-the-art showrooms offer a wide variety of indoor and outdoor shades and blinds from top national and international brands. We have products to fit all budgets.

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What products are currently trending in the window covering industry?

Plantation shutters remain one of our most popular products. They are a timeless window treatment that is always in style. If you’re looking for a decorative statement, plantation shutters provide trim work around your window, including a new contemporary frame. Depending on which shutter you choose, they can complement any decor.

What other trends can customers spot in your showrooms?

If you’re looking for a soft, contemporary look, transitional roller shades are an ideal product that can work in any room. These shades alternate sheer and solid fabric, allowing a single shade to transition from open to close. It’s a perfect shade for those who want a view but also light control and privacy.

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With so many choices, how do you help customers make a decision?

When customers visit our showrooms, they receive a tour of the newest shades and blinds available today. We recognize that it can be difficult to make decisions from small samples. That’s why our business model is special. Our full-size displays are available for the customer to view and operate as it will appear in their home. Our employees have decades of experience in the window covering industry, so they can answer personalized questions that will help customers make the best decisions tailored to their needs.

We’re always adding to our collection of blackout shades and we have interactive displays that show different degrees of darkness. We offer stylish shades that provide total blackout in bedrooms and media rooms.

What products do you offer?

Customers love our Duo Shades — during We provide many of the top products on the day a transparent shade gives you a view the market, including plantation shutters, of the outside while maintaining privacy and roller and patio shades, roman shades, What’s the best way for customers to keeping out the heat. horizontal and vertical blinds, automated contact you?

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How have you adapted during Covid-19?

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CELEBRATING WOMEN

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“Don’t be intimidated by what you don’t know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else.” ―Sara Blakely

Faryal Ali Lead Designer

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HER STORY

For the past 27 years Faryal Ali has worked with home owners and businesses to find best solutions for their window treatments and decor. She is the Lead Designer and owner of Beautiful Windows & Blinds.

HOW HAS BEING A WOMAN AFFECTED YOUR CAREER?

HER STORY

Francy’s company, Fancy Pants Fity manufactures sports wear.

Each piece is handmade by retired ladies and single moms.

HOW HAS BEING A WOMAN AFFECTED YOUR CAREER? Being a mom and a worker is hard. I work with a special group of ladies. They work with passion and love to put food on the table for their families. For me, the most important thing is to do something you love and help someone.

Being a woman in the Design field is wonderful because you have the finesse and skill to listen, observe and guide your clients along their design journey. It has also been a wonderful journey for me and my TEAM because we discover the value of relationship building. Challenges are everywhere in all careers, and once you embrace the opportunity to overcome it and find solutions, it becomes another interesting path rather than an obstacle.

This career has blessed me with so much self-development: patience, listening, paying attention, being responsive, being upfront with clients, loving every opportunity that comes my way, and trying to be 1% better each time. My clients have given back to me as much as I have invested in them.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG WOMEN? WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG WOMEN? Believe in yourself! Do everything with love and try to be honest. Be persistent. If you discover what you love, you will find a way to make it happen and be successful.

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Gaby and her husband Tony are the co-owners of Xtreme Realty.

They manage over 200 agents and six offices, along with three hard-working women who help with administration, transactions, and client/members assistance. Gaby dedicates her time to selling real estate and cultivating mentorship with new agents.

She also provides agents with leads, clients, and advice.

HOW HAS BEING A WOMAN AFFECTED YOUR CAREER?

As a woman in real estate, I encountered some challenges when I first started fifteen years ago. Some male realtors viewed me as inferior or naïve, not able to be aggressive or understand the job.

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WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG WOMEN? Completely immerse yourself in training. You need to know your stuff. Nowadays, customers have access to anything: anyone with a computer or a cellphone can find a property online. If you want to succeed and convince a customer to work with you, you need to be knowledgeable. Many new agents don’t prioritize training, they just want clients, and then they fail and wonder why. So train and cultivate support from your company. Seek out advice from your broker and work with a company that offers you that support.

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Lisa and her team have provided South Florida residences protection for their homes, cars, and financial security for years. After moving here from western New York, Lisa has built her business by providing clients state-of-the-art products and great pricing.

HOW HAS BEING A WOMAN AFFECTED YOUR CAREER? Like any career, having a passion for what you do along with the compassion to help others makes all the difference in the world.

“At the end of the day, you are the only one that is limiting your ability to dream, or to actually execute on your dreams.

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WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG WOMEN? Insurance gives you the ability to have a great career with a stable income potential while also helping protect people’s assets and help people through community service. It is always good to get second opinions on your insurance portfolio. We are happy to look at what you have and offer suggestions.

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CELEBRATING WOMEN

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“Stay true to yourself and your vision.

Don’t let any one person’s opinion move you; listen, but be confident.” ―Amanda Kahlow

Geri founded Slender Fit U, a medically monitored HCG weight loss program, in 2009. As program director, she has been successfully helping people to lose weight and gain health for over ten years.

HOW HAS BEING A WOMAN AFFECTED YOUR CAREER? Being an emphatic woman has helped me immensely in my career. Weight loss is a very personal and emotional journey for most people. Being able to counsel and encourage people and seeing them transform and get their confidence back has been very rewarding.

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WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG WOMEN?

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It’s very important to care about people and want the best for them if you work in the health/weight loss/personal services industry. If you are genuine, you will be successful.

“One of the best things you can do is stop and listen; that’s why it’s good to not just immediately respond when someone talks to you. Just stop and make sure you internalized what they said.”

—Lori Richardson

“We need to accept that we won’t always make the right decisions, that we’ll screw up royally sometimes – understanding that failure is not the opposite of success, it’s part of success.” ― Arianna Huffington 26 / Our City Davie / March 2021 / OurCityMedia.com

HER STORY

Ann-Marie is a collaborative family law practitioner.

She also established Divorce Made Easy as a full-service mediation company. She helps people navigate some of the most personally challenging situations of their lives.

HOW HAS BEING A WOMAN AFFECTED YOUR CAREER? Initially, the court system was (and still is) primarily made up and run by men. Some made sure to cozy up to the judges in a way a woman couldn’t. It was at times awkward.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUNG WOMEN?

I encourage young women to live their vision – see it and go for it. Realize you’re so much smarter and stronger than anyone would give you credit for.

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If you need a vaccine, pre-register for an appointment at myvaccine.fl.gov. If you do not have internet access or prefer to register by phone, call 866-201-6313 to pre-register. You will receive a call back once appointments are available.

In tandem with coordinating vaccine distributions, I am preparing for the 2021 Legislative Session beginning in early March.

One of my priorities include designing legislation to address the flooding issues in west Broward County. Last November, Tropical Storm Eta crisscrossed over southeast Broward County leaving a deluge of rain that overwhelmed our flood management infrastructure.

To solve the problem, I met with representatives from the South Broward Drainage District (SBDD) and listened to their needs. In response, I filed a $150,000 appropriation to purchase 2 high capacity mobile stormwater

pumps and am drafting legislation to better position our State for the fiscal impact of inland and coastal flooding. I have also filed individual appropriation projects for both Davie and Southwest Ranches to deal with flooding. This is an extremely tight budget year with a shortfall of $2.7 billion and I am hoping there will be funds to address these critical needs. I am also proposing a study to gather data to predict the expenditures of federal, state, regional, and local governments to guard against inland and coastal flooding from heavy rains and sea-level rise.

It is past time we simply recognize flooding.

Instead, we must plan policy to address what is likely to be one of the largest infrastructure expenditures in our State.

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By Bruce Iden, Esquire

f you are single you make up over 45 percent of the US population.

Whether unmarried, divorced, or widowed, single people have important estate planning issues to think about. If you have children, your decisions are a bit more complicated.

Consider the following: Single with minor children: It is vital to designate whom you wish to serve as your child’s guardian. Think about this. Even if there is a surviving parent, they may not be your choice to serve as guardian. What about leaving assets to your minor children?

Realistically, leaving an inheritance to minor children can be fraught with risks. Who manages the assets for your minor children? Should you select your ex-spouse or perhaps another family member? Often parents select one person to serve as guardian for minor children, name another individual to manage and invest assets for their children, and possibly choose a third to determine asset distributions.

Single with adult children: When a child turns 18, legally he or she is fully capable of receiving their inheritance and making life decisions, such as selecting a college or managing and spending their own money. Do 401(k) and IRA accounts constitute a significant portion of your estate? Severe and irreversible tax consequences can result from careless withdrawals from these inherited assets by “young” adult beneficiaries. Do you have any concerns about your child inheriting a large amount of life insurance money? Parents of 18-year olds recognize that while their child is technically an adult, it may be much too early to expect thoughtful decisions regarding their future and their finances.

Single without children: If you are single without children, keep in mind that without the existence of a properly drafted and executed will, Florida law dictates that your assets be inherited by your parents. If your parents do not survive you, your assets will be inherited by your surviving siblings. Creating a will is essential if you wish to leave your assets to anyone other than your immediate family.

Illness or disability: Whether or not you have children, there are important decisions to make regarding who is authorized by you to assist with medical and financial matters should you become ill or disabled. Advance legal directives, in the form of health care powers of attorney, durable powers of attorney, living wills, and HIPAA releases, insure your bases are covered in various scenarios. Without such documents, urgent medical care, managing a business or your finances, and communicating with governmental agencies such as the IRS or Social Security Administration, may need to be determined by the court.

Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for?

⊲ Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University

National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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By Evan H. Baron, Esq.

advertise my practice as a Family Law Practice. I am often asked what does Family Law encompass? Most individuals think of Family Law as only being divorce cases. In reality, my practice involves many different types of family related issues.

Here are the many types of issues that my office handles: 1. Dissolution of Marriage. This includes simple, complex, and collaborative cases.

2. Paternity Cases. A Paternity Case is necessary to establish a Father’s rights when a child is born out of wedlock. Once established, a Parenting Plan must be established. This also includes simple, complex, and collaborative cases.

3. Modifications.

• Financial: Florida law allows a modification ( either an increase or a decrease of either child support or alimony) if the moving party can prove that there has been an involuntary, substantial change of circumstance in the income of either party.

• Child Related: Florida law allows a modification of a Parenting Plan (time-sharing, etc.) if the moving party can prove that there has been an involuntary, substantial change of circumstance and a modification is in the minor child’s best interests. This primarily deals with time-sharing and Shared Parental Responsibility issues.

4. Contempt/Enforcement :

• Contempt: If one of the parties willfully fails to pay either court-ordered child support or alimony obligations, the Court can find that party in Contempt. To be a willful failure it must be proven that the party ordered to pay had the ability to pay but chose not to. Generally, a purge is set ( a percentage of the amount of money owed) and if not paid, incarceration is possible.

If a parent willfully fails to follow the Parties Parenting Plan and interferes with a parent/child relationship ( time-sharing/decision making, etc.), a finding of Contempt can be sought.

• Enforcement: Matters not subject to contempt, but still ordered by the Court, may be subject to Enforcement. Typically, this deals with Parenting Plan issues, such as late pick-ups or drop-offs or certain financial issues such as Equitable distribution of assets.

5. Relocation: Under Florida Law, a parent cannot relocate a minor child beyond 50 miles from their residence without either the written permission of the other parent or a Court Order. This is, in essence, a modification since the Parenting Plan would have to be modified if relocation were to take place.

6. Injunction: For Protection against Domestic Violence: This is commonly referred to as a Restraining Order. This can be obtained on behalf of the moving party (Husband or Wife/ Mother or Father) or on behalf of a minor child. If the court believes that there is a reasonable fear of domestic violence a temporary ex parte (without notice to the other side), an Injunction will be issued, and a hearing scheduled within 15 days. My office handles either the Petitioner (party who obtained the Injunction) or the Respondent (person who had the Injunction issued against/him her).

If you, or someone you know, are dealing with any of these issues our office can assist you.

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othing is more frustrating to a runner than an injury which occurs just when the training schedule calls for ramping up mileage or intensity in time for competition. Over my 35 years as a foot and ankle specialist treating runners in our community, I have personally witnessed not just the physical, but emotional toll these injuries can inflict. I can truly empathize with them as I myself have fallen victim to these same unfortunate circumstances and on multiple occasions. As runners, we forget that our sport is not a passive but violent one, as each foot strike results in an impact equivalent to 3 or 4 times our body weight. To put it bluntly, training is a form of self-inflicted injury with the hopes that the ongoing cycle of injury and healing will ultimately lead to stronger muscles, tendons, and bones after recovery. This is a positive and most desirable outcome we refer to as “conditioning”. Unfortunately, training exuberance tips the balance in favor of injury, sometimes with the best intentions of the coach or athlete and leads to the body’s inability to regenerate or strengthen properly. This is when breakdown (injury) occurs resulting in a concept I call “reverse conditioning” secondary to overtraining.

One such common running injury is referred to as a stress reaction which in later stages develops into a stress fracture. Most athletes with a stress reaction present with an insidious onset of pain in a focal area sometimes confused with muscle soreness or tendinitis. Stress reactions and stress fractures represent fatigue failure injuries and are secondary to overuse. A stress reaction precedes a stress fracture in the bone fatigue continuum and is hallmarked by microscopic failure without an actual visible break in the bone. X-rays are typically negative in this stage of injury and better imaged with bone scans or MRI. The MRI is a very sensitive imaging technique which depicts swelling in bone at this early stage. As the fracture continues to develop, heat, swelling and pain are noticed during everyday activities. In severe cases, the pain eventually precludes comfortable weight-bearing and physical exercise causing the athlete to limp.

Stress on bone creates constant remodeling affecting a balance between the cells which eliminate injured bone (like a tiny vacuum cleaner) and cells which replace injured bone with newer healthier bone. Overtraining, either by adding mileage, speed or inclines will tilt the balance in favor of the cells evacuating injured bone. This ultimately results in a negative balance of healthy bone cells progressing to stress injury. Adding insult to injury, weak muscles in the thigh and leg supporting the bone structure by absorbing shock may further stress the physiologic capacity of bone to maintain its integrity causing it to fatigue. This is not unlike bending a paper clip back and forth until heat 32 / Our City Davie / March 2021 / OurCityMedia.com

By Dr Michael M Cohen DPM FACFAS

develops causing the metal wire to fatigue until it snaps into two segments. Stress fractures are very similar as the continued stress of training results in fatigue failure of bone, leading to microscopic cracks and subsequent true fracture if allowed to continue. It is during these late stages of the process that X-rays become a more reliable tool.

Not all stress fractures are the same Stress fractures are generally classified into two types: low-risk fractures- those that heal well and usually without long term sequela and high-risk fractures - those which do not heal well and often require surgery. The designation of these two classification systems is essentially based on the location of these fractures. Bone stress injury treatment and return to play decision making is based on the site of injury, potential for healing, and risk of significant complication. Proper treatment of the fracture is essential to avoid under or over-treating the condition. Clearly over-treating the fracture may result in an unnecessary disruption of training and subsequent loss of physical conditioning referred to as “deconditioning”. Stress fractures deemed as high risk poses a significant risk for recurrence due to inadequate healing and at times may result in potentially devastating complications leading to career ending injuries. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is fundamental in allowing proper healing thereby minimizing the impact of the injury.

Treatment Treatment for stress fractures should not focus on boney healing but should include an investigation of what we refer to as the intrinsic and extrinsic causes which resulted in the injury in the first place.

Intrinsic factors include 1. Biomechanical- body type, foot type, inherent weakness and flexibility, and a factor many gloss over- running technique, 2.

Nutritional specifically insufficient intake of protein, calcium, and vitamin D 3. Hormonal factors- the most notable of which is estrogen. Female athletes with low bone mass have a higher predilection for certain stress fractures. This is especially noted in women at risk. This includes those with low body mass, or have stopped menstruating and/ or have a history or family history of osteoporosis.

This group will require a proper medical workup consisting of blood tests and a bone density scan often requiring a team approach with various specialists.

Extrinsic factors on the other hand consist of training errors and improper equipment. This includes but is not limited to the influences of terrain, running form, and improper running shoes.

To be effective, an individualized developmental plan for an effective return to play schedule should take these factors into consideration. The strategy, particularly when dealing with low-risk fractures, may require decreasing training volume and intensity, using proper equipment, changing running technique, and cross-training. Using this tactic

heel pain in a runner thought to be plantar fasciitis but MRI reveals a stress fracture of the heel

assures that the athlete does not suffer a substantial loss of conditioning while recovering from injury. Sports medicine physicians realize all too well that extended time off training may adversely affect the recovery. Recouping the body’s strength, flexibility, and ability to balance is significantly hindered with overprotective measures and results in an extended loss of training time. So why create a problem in order to solve one? With a proper rehabilitation plan, the athlete is given the best chance for a faster recovery while resulting in a protective effect from future injury.

Alternatively, high-risk stress fractures as previously mentioned have more frequent complications such as poor healing, non-healing, and at times re-fracturing after healing is thought to have been completed. These are very frustrating scenarios which unfortunately often leads the athlete to abandon the sport. The treatment for high-risk stress fractures should be based on the immediate goal of preventing any progression of the fracture and avoiding long-term complications. Because of the significant complications associated with this injury, it is suggested that athletes with evidence of a high-risk stress fracture immediately discontinue their activity. Unfortunately, with these fractures, prolonged immobilization with weight-bearing restrictions or operative management are often the treatments of choice.

So, remember to listen to those nagging injuries and avoid reverse conditioning. Make sure that you heed the signs of injury before the injury heeds you. ⊲ Dr. Cohen is a published author, is on faculty at several South Florida residency programs, podiatric medical colleges, and frequent lecturer. He is a former runner with a marathon PR of 2:37 at age 21; 2:50 at age 39 and at 50 was a top 3 age group finisher in both the ING Miami and Disney Half Marathons.

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