Question 1

i've been having sharp,stinging,unbearable pain in my shin area. comes and goes and lasts 10-30 seconds. what can it be and what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Nerve: That sounds like a nerve irritation pain. See your doctor to get treatment and find out if the problem is coming from a superficial nerve injury or from a lower back problem.

Question 2

pain in shin area after workout. whats an adequate cooldown?

Accepted Answer

You may be: Developing shin splints.  See a sports medicine doc for diagnosis and treatment, which begins with rest!

Question 3

side of shin pain when lying down?

Accepted Answer

Inside or out?: Depending on location, it could be an impingement of the common peroneal nerve if you're lying down on the outside of your leg.  On the inside, could be shin splints, anterior compartment syndrome, stress fracture, etc.

Question 4

shin pain and exercising, how to relieve?

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Ice.: Ice your shins after activity. See a non- surgical sports medicine specialist. You may have shin splints or a stress fracture.

Question 5

what are some probable causes of upper shin pain?

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Overuse: The most common cause of bilateral shin pain is overuse.  This occurs either from a to quick progression of activity or excessive activity.

Question 6

what is causing shin pain and what can i do about it?

Accepted Answer

Chin pain: Condition that causes pain over the shin bone (the tibia.) it is the most common cause of “shin splints, ” which is the general term used to describe sports-related pain over that bone. It is usually due to overuse and occurs in athletes who participate in repetitive activities, especially running and jumping. Easy strech exercise before start the regular routine.

Question 7

what is causing sharp shin pain and what can i do for it?

Accepted Answer

Shin splints: One likely cause would be shin splints- if you are walking or running for exercise you need to do adaequte stretching before and after activity. Icing the shins after a workout and taking a short course of anti-inflammatory like alleve or advil (ibuprofen) should help. To prevent further bouts, see a podiatrist. You may need an orthotic in your shoe to prevent recurrence.

Question 8

i feel pain in shin after running?

Accepted Answer

Overuse injury...: Sounds like shin splints. You need to reduce intensity and distance to 50-60% levels. Run on flat and forgiving surfaces. You might want to evaluate your shoes and their ware. Application of ice, heat, stretching can all afford some degree of relief, but over use is the problem and reduction of activity is the answer.

Question 9

can venostasis cause shin pain?

Accepted Answer

Venostasis: Yes, essentially anything that causes swelling on the surrounding sensory nerves can cause pain.

Question 10

how do i prevent shin pain when jogging?

Accepted Answer

Cushioned shoes: My best recommendation would be to use well cushioned
running shoes, warm up and stretch
also warm down and use ice after exercises.

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I've been having sharp,stinging,unbearable pain in my shin area. comes and goes and lasts 10-30 seconds. what can it be and what should i do?

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Pain in shin area after workout. whats an adequate cooldown?

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Side of shin pain when lying down?

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Shin pain and exercising, how to relieve?

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What are some probable causes of upper shin pain?

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