The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should See a Pedorthist
It is not always obvious how important our feet and the mechanics of how our bodies align are until we start to experience pain or
Shin Splints
Don’t let constant pain slow you down, or stop you from doing the activities you love.
What are Shin Splints?
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, more commonly referred to as “shin splints” describes the sensation of pain in the lower, medial part of the leg (tibia). Oftentimes shin splints occur as the result of overuse, or “too much too soon” exercise (usually running or jumping). There is some debate over what shin splints actually refers to but is commonly thought to be inflammation of the connective tissue of the lower leg, stress on the bone, inflammation at tendon attachments sites, or myofascial strain. Shin splints seem to subside slightly during exercise but can be felt previous to and post exercise.
Symptoms:
- Sharp pain in the lower portion (bottom third) of the medial leg
- Pain at affected area with pressure
- Diffuse pain at medial lower leg upon palpation
Risk Factors:
- “Too much too soon”
- Overuse injury
- Sex: females at higher risk
- New to activity (especially running)
- Navicular drop
- Prolonged running on hard surfaces ie cement
- Improper/unsupported footwear
- Practicing high impact sports
- Running up or down hills
Treatment Options:
- Slow progression into exercise
- Proper footwear
- Maintaining strength in lower leg musculature
What are the next steps?
Book an appointment with one of our Certified Pedorthists to determine a personalized treatment plan to help you Move Well, Be Well.
Learn more from the Orthoquest Blog
What is a Pedorthist?
Arguably one of the most common questions we get asked is “You’re a Pe…dor-what?!” Not too many people have ever heard the term before let
