One of the reasons we love walking so much is that in addition to its plethora of health benefits, it poses little risk of injury or pain. With that said, it is possible to become sore from strolling.

If you’ve started running for the first time, started again after a break, or your workout is more intense, you might have felt it. A dull, nagging ache down your shins after you exercise. Should you ...

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If you’re a seasoned runner, chances are you’ve dealt with one of the most frustrating pains in the sport: shin splints. Caused by small tears in the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around the shin, ...

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Could it be shin splints, a stress fracture or tendonitis? Here’s what you need to know about treating lower-leg complaints.

If you’ve ever put a lot of mileage on your legs, you might know what it’s like to feel shin splints. The aching lower-leg pain, officially called media tibial stress syndrome, is caused by overuse ...

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Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...