Shin Splints Treatment Frewville

Shin Splints Pain (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)

Do you experience a sharp pain on the inside of the shin?

Is the pain aggravated during and/or after a run or sport?

Does it ache the next morning or after you cool down?

Does the site on the inner shin feel tender to touch?

At the SA Running Injury Clinic, Shin Pain is in the top 5 most common injuries we see. It is most common in runners and footballers.

Studies show that the condition results from the muscles pulling on their attachment to the shin bone, causing inflammation where the muscle meets the bone.

This condition is triggered by:

Poor foot posture – excessive pronation (rolling inward) increases muscle pull against the shin, and excessive supination (rigid foot type) applies more force on the shin bone itself

Running – particularly on hard surfaces like asphalt roads or during pre-season on hardened grounds

A rapid increase in run intensity or duration after a period of little training

Shin pain can be a significant issue, potentially setting your training back by months. It’s a troublesome condition that requires prompt treatment once it appears, or better yet, prevention.

Many of our patients mention that after running a few kilometres or reaching half time, they can't continue. This is a significant problem that will disrupt your training plans if not addressed early.