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At Care Podiatry, we provide effective care for shin splints.Shin splints are also known as medial tibial stress syndrome. These are particularly common among dancers, runners, athletes, and military recruits, who increase their training intensity or duration. The condition is associated with inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue surrounding the tibia due to repetitive stress.
We focus on reducing strain, easing discomfort, and helping you return to your activities safely without recurring pain.
People with shin splints typically experience pain along the front or inner side of the lower leg. The pain usually develops during or after physical activity and can worsen with continuous exercise. Some of the symptoms include:
The condition typically occurs when excessive stress is placed on the shinbone and the tissues attached to it. Repetitive stress causes micro-damage and inflammation in the muscles, tendons, and connective tissue attached to the tibia. Common causes include:
People who are new to exercise or who return to activity after a long break are at a higher risk of developing shin splints.
There are various factors that increase the likelihood of developing shin splints, including:
You can reduce the risk of shin splints by taking simple preventive measures:
You should consult a podiatrist if the pain does not improve with rest and self-care. Or, in case the pain becomes severe. Continuous pain may need professional evaluation to rule out other conditions, such as stress fractures or compartment syndrome.
Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent complications and allow you to safely return to your normal activities.
You need to follow some simple self-care steps. Rest and avoid activities that cause pain and swelling. Apply ice packs to the affected shin for 15-20 minutes at a time, 3 to 4 times a day for several days. Take a pain reliever you can get without a prescription.
Shin splints are caused by repeated stress to the shin bone. It happens due to muscle pulling and connective tissues in your lower leg.
Shin splints get better within a few weeks. There are things you can do to get better quicker.
Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of bone stress injuries, including stress fractures, which can sometimes be mistaken for shin splints. However, shin splints are primarily caused by overuse and repetitive stress.
