Shin Splints

Shin splints cause pain along the inside edge of the shinbone. The pain usually comes on during or after exercise and eases with rest. They’re common in runners, dancers, military recruits and anyone who suddenly increases their activity or switches to harder surfaces. The pain comes from repeated stress on the muscles, tendons and bone tissue of the lower leg, and it can be made worse by worn-out shoes or feet that roll inward. Most people recover with rest, a gradual return to activity and better support. This guide explains the causes, how to tell shin splints from a stress fracture, and the treatments that work. Our insoles for shin splints help control over-pronation to ease the strain on your shins.