What Are Shin Splints?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
2. Symptoms
If you have pain along the border of your tibia, you may have shin splints. Because of the various strains, tears and other issues that cause this pain, the type of pain can vary. Look for sore spots, mild swelling, sharp pain or a dull throbbing.
Most issues are the result of excessive workouts, so symptoms are typically at their worst while you’re exercising. If your pain stops when you have finished exercising but resumes again as soon as you run or work out, it’s a strong sign that you have shin splints. Pain that doesn’t diminish when walking or resting may be caused by a stress fracture or other issue.
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