Shin Pain Causes, Treatments & More

By gareth

Reviewed: dr. stavarache

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Cause: Incorrect Foot Wear

Each time a person's foot contacts the ground, the body weight is transferred up the leg. This is multiplied even more when jumping or jogging. As a result, wearing old shoes or the wrong shoes is a common contributing factor to shin pain.

Adequate cushioning is vital and so is the correct type of shoe. Each person's foot strikes the ground in a different way. The right trainers support specific areas, such as the arch, heel or forefoot.

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