Also known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), shin splints is the catch-all term for lower leg pain that occurs below your knee, either on the front outer part of your leg (anterior shin splints ...

Stretching and strengthening lower leg muscles can ease shin splint pain. Rest, ice, and low-impact exercise help recovery. See a doctor if pain or swelling doesn’t improve. Pain from shin splints can ...

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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 ...

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