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

When you have shin splints, boy, do you know it! They’re the bane of many runners’ training, whether you’re new to running or ...

"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 ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As a former track and field athlete, shin splints were unfortunately the norm for me and some of my ...

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 ...

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 ...

Question: I am a runner and was forced inside on the treadmill more than normal this past winter and spring due to the weather. I noticed a lot of pain in the area of my shins. A friend suggested I ...

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 ...

FRIDAY. JENNIFER. ALL RIGHT, KELLY ANN, THANK YOU SO MUCH. FIVE ON YOUR HEALTH THIS MORNING. MANAGING ACHES AND PAINS FROM SHIN SPLINTS. EXPERTS SAY THEY CAN TAKE THREE MONTHS OR MORE TO HEAL. HERE TO ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...