I love Track and Field - I used to run really fast!
That's awesome! Did you compete in jumping and throwing events as well?
Yes to jumping, including hurdles and long jump but no throwing events.  Do you do track and field?
In high school I competed in foot racing events like hurdling and long distance events. I enjoyed it.
that's great!  Did you ever get injured? I have sprained my ankle more times than I can count!
I have also, the inflammation, swelling, and pain was terrible.
Oh yeah the inflammation.  Do you take Motrin or Advil? I take a lot of Motrin!
I take a lot of ibuprofen but sometimes it gives me heartburn and a rash.
yes and I don't like to take a lot of medication.  I do get pain reducing cortisone shots, even now. 
I would like to try that but I worry about long-term usage risks.