{"id":1175,"date":"2011-04-09T11:59:02","date_gmt":"2011-04-09T15:59:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eastpointe.wpengine.com\/running-injuries-part-3-physical-therapy-for-shin-splints\/"},"modified":"2023-10-16T11:46:19","modified_gmt":"2023-10-16T15:46:19","slug":"running-injuries-part-3-physical-therapy-for-shin-splints","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eastpointehealthandfitness.com\/integrated-healthcare\/running-injuries-part-3-physical-therapy-for-shin-splints\/","title":{"rendered":"Running Injuries Part 3 &#8211; Physical Therapy for Shin Splints"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"hs-migrated-cms-post\">\n<address>By Helene Mitchelle, Physical Therapist Assistant<\/address>\n<p>Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome,\u00a0 more commonly known as \u201cShin Splints\u201d, accounts for 11% of running injuries in men and 17%\u00a0 in women due to repetitive forceful activity on hard surfaces.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Symptoms:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pain of the lower front portion of the leg (shin)<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pain with running, standing, walking and performing repetitive weight-bearing activities<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pain with pointing toes downward<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pain with going down stairs<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pain disappears when activity stops<br \/>\nCauses:<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Excessive downhill running<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Sudden increase in frequency or intensity of running<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Inappropriate or worn out footwear<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Excessive foot supination or \u201cbowlegged\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Sudden change in training surfaces from softer to harder<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Tight calf muscles<br \/>\nTreatment:<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Avoid downhill running and running on hard surfaces<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Modify footwear\/orthotics<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Decrease intensity of training and incorporate active rest<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Calf stretching<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Manual therapy<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Heel raises<br \/>\nIn rare cases, shin splints can progress into \u201cCompartment Syndrome\u201d.\u00a0 This is when swelling in the injured area puts pressure on the muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.\u00a0 This requires prompt medical attention to ensure that permanent damage does not occur.\u00a0 In addition to the symptoms described above, symptoms of compartment syndrome include:<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Decreased sensation in the affected foot<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Paleness of the skin<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Decreased or absent pulses in the foot<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Weakness of the muscles in the 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