Pain in the legs of runners is a common overuse injury. The most common reason for it is a condition known as medial tibial stress syndrome. In the past this was known as shin splints due to it similarity to a problem that occurs in race horses. Medial Tibial stress syndrome is due to a combination of training errors, like not building up the distances run gradually; poor foot biomechanics such as a pronated foot; inadequate footwear; and possibly calf muscle tightness. The pain of medial tibial stress syndrome is usually felt along the inside edge of the tibia or shin bone. Initially it is not enough to affect the running, but it will progress to interfere with the running if something is not done.
The initial treatment for medial tibial stress syndrome is a reduction in running activity and perhaps replacing that with something like deep water running or cycling. Training error need to be address, calf muscle stretching started and foot orthotics used to correct any problems with the biomechanics. Advice for a good pair of running shoes is also important. Prevention of medial tibial stress syndrome is best prevented by address the factors above the increase the risk for it. Only on are occasions is surgery needed for medial tibial stress syndrome.
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