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My shin bone in my left leg is sensitive to touch and aches. it gets worse when i play basketball. it has been this way for 6 months or so (age: 26)?
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Shin splints: Tibial periostitis('shin splints ') is common in young athletes.Usually it is most tender in the lower 1/3 of the tibia. Stretching exercises and physical therapy modalities , nsaids can be helpful. It is usually exacerbated by intense running ( like bb).Rest for a period of time(3-6 wks) is impt.Other conditions( exertional compt.Syndrome, stress fx) should be ruled out. See ors. Best of luck.
Answered 5/31/2016
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