Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, is a common injury that causes pain along the inner edge of the tibia. At Vitalis Physiotherapy, our treatment of shin splints aim to:
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, is a painful condition that affects the lower leg. It is caused by overuse and repetitive stress on the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around the tibia. They are commonly seen in athletes who engage in high-impact activities such as running, jumping, or dancing.
Early stages:
If the condition becomes progressed, you may have the following symptoms:
Your physiotherapist may also recommend a brace for you to wear.
There are several things that you can do from home to help relieve the pain of shin splints. They include:
Are you in pain caused by shin splints? Contact Vitalis Physiotherapy now to book in your treatment. Call our friendly team on 0410 559 856. We’d love to help.
