Dr. Sherwin Ho answers the question: 'How Do I Prevent, Treat Shin Splints?' July 1, 2009— -- Question: What are shin splints, and how are they best prevented/treated? Answer: Shin splints are an ...

Shin splints, or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS), are a stress injury to the shinbone (tibia) from overuse. Common causes include sudden increases in training, improper footwear, and ...

Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, are caused by repetitive stress on the shinbone due to ...

Finding yourself hobbled with shin pain a few weeks after starting a running routine can suck the excitement out of a new fitness program. But there’s good news: You can take steps to prevent shin ...

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Known in the medical world as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), shin splints is an injury common to runners and other athletes, but can also affect anyone participating in physical activity, ...

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The term shin splints sparks fear into the hearts of any runner who hears it. A painful condition of the shins, the condition often requires prolonged rest to resolve it. But it isn’t just runners who ...

Shin splints is the common term used to describe Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS). The condition refers to an irritation to the tendons and the attachment of these tendons to the bone. It’s an ...