Shin Splints Treatment
Shin pain stopping you from running? PHYZFIT in Bexley North and Marrickville provides effective shin splints treatment to get you back on the track.
What is Shin Splints Treatment?
Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, refers to pain along the inner border of the tibia caused by excessive stress on the periosteum and the muscles attaching to the tibia. Shin splints exist on a continuum with tibial stress fracture and it is important to distinguish between the two.
Common Symptoms
If you are experiencing any of the following our physios at PHYZFIT can help:
- Pain along the inner edge of the shin during or after running
- Pain that typically affects both legs
- Tenderness when pressing along the inner tibia
- Pain that eases with warm up but returns after activity
- Dull aching pain after exercise
- Tightness in the calf muscles
- Pain that worsens with increased training
Common Causes
- Sudden increase in running volume or intensity
- Running on hard surfaces
- Excessive foot pronation
- Tight calf muscles and Achilles tendon
- Weak hip and glute muscles
- Poor running mechanics
- Inadequate footwear
How We Treat Shin Splints Treatment
At PHYZFIT our physiotherapists take a thorough evidence based approach. Every treatment plan is built around your goals, your lifestyle and your body.
Load Management and Return to Running
A structured progressive return to running program that allows the bone and soft tissue to adapt without being overloaded.
Calf and Tibialis Strengthening
Targeted strengthening of the muscles attaching to the tibia to reduce the stress on the periosteum.
Running Gait Analysis
Assessing and correcting the running mechanics that are placing excess load on the shin.
Footwear and Orthotic Assessment
Evaluating whether footwear or insoles could reduce the load on the tibia during running.
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Your physio will conduct a thorough assessment of your injury, pain or concern. We take the time to understand your goals and get to work straight away with treatment and rehabilitation programming.
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Book online or over the phone. Same day appointments available at Bexley North and Marrickville. No referral needed.
Your Initial Assessment
Your physio conducts a thorough assessment of your injury, pain or concern and works with you to understand your goals.
Your Treatment Plan
You will leave with a clear treatment plan and timeline so you always know what to expect from each session.
Ongoing Support
We monitor your progress and adjust your plan every step of the way to keep you on track toward your goals.
Do not leave this untreated. Many patients tell us they wished they had come in sooner. The longer you wait the harder it can be to treat. Our team at PHYZFIT has appointments available now at Bexley North and Marrickville. Same day bookings are often available. Book in today and let us help you get back to doing what you love.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are shin splints the same as a stress fracture?
No but they exist on a spectrum. Shin splints involve the soft tissue around the tibia. A stress fracture is a crack in the bone itself. Your physio will differentiate between the two at your assessment.
Can I keep running with shin splints?
Often yes with reduced volume and intensity. Complete rest is usually not necessary and may actually slow recovery. Your physio will guide you on appropriate load management.
How long do shin splints take to heal?
With appropriate management most cases resolve within 4 to 8 weeks. Cases that have progressed toward stress fracture may take longer.
What causes shin splints?
The most common causes are a sudden increase in running load, tight calves, weak hips and poor running mechanics. We address all of these as part of your treatment.
Ready to Get Out of Pain?
Same day appointments available at Bexley North and Marrickville. No referral needed. Book in today.
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