First, they have to be diagnosed—which is based on a person’s medical history and a physical exam that considers pain location, activity levels, and the exclusion of other conditions, says Dr. Volk.

If you've ever wondered what are shin splints, physical therapists explain everything you need to know—including how to treat them. Shin splints are a sneaky injury. They can creep up on you slowly, ...

How to stop shin splints in their tracks? Take these five steps at the first sign of any pain along your shins. Rebekah Donley, DPT, is a physical therapist at Victor Physical Therapy in Teton Valley, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." RUNNING IS ONE of the simplest ways to get a workout. You just lace up your shoes, head out the door, ...

Whether you're a trail runner, an ultramarathoner, or just starting out on your first few runs in your neighborhood, shin splints are one of those universal woes that many of us have experienced. I ...

Got shin splints? You may need to switch up your running route. Photograph courtesy of Flickr user Roby Ferrari. If you’re anything like me, the sound of people pounding on the treadmill is almost as ...

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 ...

We’re two weeks away from the 28th Steamtown Marathon. For the first seven Steamtown marathons I trained all spring and ...

Whether you’re a marathon runner or have just thrown yourself into a new kind of exercise, there’s one common injury that ...

Ow! Your aching leg! Whether you are a triathlete or just started jogging, there is a chance you can get shin splints. Here is an overview of the pain and how to get yourself back on your feet: ...