What is Medial tibial stress syndrome?

Medial tibial stress syndrome (Shin splints) is a common exercise-related problem. Various muscles, tendons, and bone structures around the tibia are inflamed with medial tibial stress syndrome. They are often associated with running.

cause of medial tibial stress syndrome:

  • Flat feet, Working out without warmup or cooldown stretches, Weak ankles, hips, or core muscles, A recent increase in intensity and frequency of training involves running, such as running longer distances or on hills.

Risk factors are such as:

  • Anatomical abnormalities such as flat foot, Muscle weakness, lack of flexibility, Improper training technique, Running downhill, Running on hard surfaces like concreteParticipating in sports that have fast stops and starts (like football, hockey, basketball).

Symptoms:

  • Firstly, Tenderness, soreness, and pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia). Secondly, Pain may be sharp and razor-like or dull and throbbing. Thirdly, It occurs both during and after exercise. Also, Pain can be aggravated by touching the sore spot.

Treatment of medial tibial stress syndrome:

  • Anti-inflammatory painkillers, Rest, Physiotherapy.

Physiotherapy Treatment:

  • Cryotherapy:
    • It will ease your pain and swelling. Do it for 20 to 30 minutes every 4-5 hours for 2-3 days.
  • Shin splint stretching:
    • Tow drag stretch;
      • Position yourself in a standing position with one foot slightly behind you > Place your toes downward so the top of your foot faces the floor, and hold this position for 15 -30 seconds > Draw your foot forward, until aligning it with your body.
    • Calf stretch;
      • Lower one foot's heel to the floor while standing on one short step > The toes of that foot should be on the edge of the step, and the opposite foot should also be on the step. > If you would like a deeper stretch, bend your knees slightly. Repeat on the other side.
    • Achilles tendon stretch;
    • Also, Tibialis anterior stretch;
  • Kinesio taping:
  • Compression:
    • The compression provided by an elastic compression bandage or flossing band, may prevent additional swelling as well as promote healing and reduce pain.
  • Electrotherapy such as:
    • Extracorporeal shock wave therapy, TR therapy, High-intensity laser therapy, In addition, Cryo-air.
  • Exercise modifications such as:
    • Cross-training, Also, Barefoot running (start very gradually, begin with a short distance).
  • Use of customized insoles:
    • customized insoles may help your arch if they are collapsed or flattened when your stand up.