Complicated Terms For Minor Illnesses

Tibial Stress Syndrome

Tibial stress syndrome might be a less complicated term than some of the others discussed so far, but it can still be confusing to many individuals who hear it. The vast majority will, however, recognize this condition by its other name: shin splints. Shin splints are perhaps the most common lower leg injury. This condition is caused by repetitive stress to the tissue surrounding the tibia bone. All kinds of physically active individuals are at risk of developing shin splints, as are those who are inactive and who start exercise routines that put stress on this area, especially if they start too intensely, too quickly. Shin splints are characterized by an achy feeling along the shin. This is caused by over-pronation during running or other activity, which is when the ankles roll inward to allow for more of the foot to contact the ground. Overpronation leads to more stress being placed on the tibia. Unlike the nickname suggests, the bone is not splintering, however, there is a lot of soreness and inflammation. The treatment for shin splints is simple: ice and rest.

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