One of the reasons we love walking so much is that in addition to its plethora of health benefits, it poses little risk of injury or pain. With that said, it is possible to become sore from strolling.

Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, are caused by repetitive stress on the shinbone due to ...

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 ...

Gym memberships usually skyrocket and many workout facilities often feel like they're overrun as each New Year begins. Many of us, either looking to lose a little holiday weight or pushing to get in ...

If you’ve started running for the first time, started again after a break, or your workout is more intense, you might have felt it. A dull, nagging ache down your shins after you exercise. Should you ...

Good news for all the treadmill runners who suffer from stubborn and painful shin splints. New research suggests that a little outdoor gait training may help. A randomized controlled trial at UVA ...

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“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 ...

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 ...