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Yes these could be signs of shin splints! Another known name for shin splints is Medial Tibia Stress Syndrome (MTSS) although this pain appears on the lower leg and on the inside of the bone where shin splits is common to appear from the knee to the ankle. (1) So for those you are wondering what is shin splints, allow be to tell you. They are when you get pain in the shins either on the outside or inner part of the leg. It is caused by vigorous exertion which means too much force applied to the shin bone. This usually happens to athletes who play sports that involve then to stop and go constantly. Such as in sports like running, basketball, soccer, tennis, etc.
I noticed many people with who I play sports with get shin splints. I am very thankful that I have not gotten any yet and hope not get any in the future. A girl a played soccer with would get them often but she would play through the pain which is not a good idea. She would tape her shins with the KT tape and think that everything will be fine. One thing I believe we must know is doing something to numb the pain will help for a short period of time but the injury could get worst in the long run.
Symptoms of shin splints
- Swelling in the lower leg
- Pain on the inner part of your leg
- Tenderness or soreness
- Nerves get irritated therefore your feet feel numb
To diagnose that you have shin splints it is usually shown on physical examinations. Also, you can go to the doctors and get a bone scan, X-Ray or a MRI to determine if there is a stress fracture on the tibia bone.
Treatment (2)
Here is a list of treatment tips to help heal your shin splints as best and soon as possible.
- The most important is REST your body
- Place a heat compressing wrap over your leg
- Ice your leg for 20min every 3-4 hours
- Do physical therapy and leg exercises if your doctor recommends it
- Take pain killers if necessary
How to prevent shin splints (3)
- Always wear the proper shoes to do your exercise
- Make sure to warm up before your exercise
- When you feel pain stop your workout and take a rest
- Be careful on uneven surfaces and hard concrete pavement
Ah yes, shin splints. Let me tell you that this injury may be the worst feeling ever during a game. I've had this injury for quite some time and it really does limit your movement. Legs begin to feel numb and hard to move. I had to go through months of physiotherapy to aid with the pain. However, what really helped me get rid of it was the purchase of customized insoles. Trust me, it really helps… a lot! Anyway, I’m glad you posted this. I’ll make sure to refer this post to anyone who has shin splints.
ReplyDeleteAw well thank you Moussa! I'm just trying to do my blogs on divers injuries also, ones that I feel my readers can relate to more. I'm glad you could relate to this blog and found it interesting. There will be plenty more to come!
ReplyDeleteWow! It is funny how you have mentioned already certain injuries that people around me have come across. I know that I have never really suffered throuh anykind of serious injury and greatful that I haven't but I do know many other people around me that have. I find it really good that your blogs are diverse and that you are touching on a variety of different injuries. I find them really informing. Just though I'd let you know. Keep up the good work!!!
DeleteVery nice athlete's guide to spots injuries. I had a question that you might answer in a future blog. Students who get injured at various sporting events often wear some form of brace on their leg the next day and keep playing. Is that safe, or are they just making the situation worse?
ReplyDeleteNitpicks:Some grammar / logic /spelling issues in your blog (ex.Your vs you’re, divers vs diverse, worst vs worse, etc.)
- Spacing issues in 1st, 2nd and 5th post.
- Opinion could be more substantial for 2nd post
- Your #2 footnote on your 4th post leads nowhere
- Show your videos instead of just linking to them.
Good job overall.