A physical therapist explains what causes shin splints and shares the exercises that can help you prevent them.

If you've ever noticed pain along your shin bone or experienced mild swelling or soreness in your lower leg, chances are you've dealt with at least a mild form of shin splints. This is especially ...

Though the official name for shin splints is "medial tibial stress syndrome," anyone experiencing them probably isn't concerned about using correct medical terminology. As a condition that causes pain ...

Runners and power walkers may have had the displeasure of experiencing shin splints, which is the term used to describe a dull, aching pain along the inner shinbone that usually picks up during ...

The official medical term for the condition is medial tibial stress syndrome, or MTSS, but doctors know exactly what patients are talking about when they complain of shin splints. "Shin splints are a ...

“This is an important finding for clinicians, as this gives us a tool to use to help these runners,” said researcher David J. Hryvniak, DO, a running medicine specialist who is part of UVA Health’s ...

Experts say keeping your shins strong is important for improving ground clearance and avoiding tripping while walking. Intermountain Healthcare Heart Institute exercise specialist Jeffrey Beck says it ...

Don’t let this common injury derail your fall running plans. By Allessandra DiCorato It’s fall marathon season, which for many runners means it’s also shin splints season. Whether you’re a beginner or ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Shin splints are one of the most common running injuries—but there are ways to quickly treat and prevent ...

Shin splints are one of the most common running injuries—but there are ways to quickly treat and prevent them. Proper rest and recovery is imperative to ensure you don’t overexert yourself (continuing ...

As a former track and field athlete, shin splints were unfortunately the norm for me and most of my teammates. The daily running and jumping did a number on my body, and my shins took a hit. If you’re ...