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Shin splints

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What are shin splints?

Essentially shin splints does not refer to a particular injury but is more a general name for pain at the front of the lower leg. Shin splints is not a diagnosis in itself but a description of symptoms of which there could be a number of causes. Inflammation of the periostium of the tibia is the most likely cause of this pain although there are others.

What are the symptoms of shin splints?

Tenderness over the inside of the shin.
Lower leg pain.
Sometimes some swelling.
Lumps and bumps over the bone.
Pain when the toes or foot are bent downwards.
A redness over the inside of the shin.

Useful Products:

Cold Therapy - helps to ease pain and inflammation
Shock absorbing insoles - absorbs impact shock, protecting joints from stress and strain.

Please see the Virtual Sports Injury Clinic for more information on how to treat Shin Splints

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