Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome

Medial tibial stress syndrome is a common overuse injury in runners and other athletes that affects the inside of the leg or tibia bone. In the past it used to be called shin splints. The pain is usually felt along the inside edge of the tibia. Initially it is only painful when palpated, but later can interfere with the running. The cause of this is considered to be either a strain of the soft tissues where they insert into the bone or a bone stress reaction.

The most common considered causes of medial tibial stress syndrome are considered to be either errors in the training routine such as increasing the mileage run too quickly. Inadequate running shoes is also a potential problem. Poor foot biomechanics are probably the most common issue.

Treatment of medial tibial stress syndrome is usually aimed at correcting the running errors, getting the running shoes that are more appropriate for the individual and the use of foot orthotics to improve the foot biomechanics.

Questions can be asked about medial tibial stress syndrome at the Foot Health Forum.

Croydon Total Footcare can offer advice to those with Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome.