Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Extreme pain on shin when i walk for more than a min. no swelling/bruising/injury. 3 days now. cnt c dr till nxt week. possibilities?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Shin Splints: Also known as medial tibial stress syndrome is likely what you have. Take it easy and trying resting, icing (rice), until next week when you see your doctor. Good luck.
Answered 7/1/2013
5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I've had calf pain in my left leg for over three years now. No swelling or redness but it hurts to walk on. Could this be a DVT after all this time?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Top of Thigh pain. Into leg crease. Painful to walk on or twist leg either direction. Mainly inwards.. no known injury. Bruise comes up now and again ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
9 days ago I injured shin. Most of the swelling has subsided except a large bump. It is still very painful even when I sit or walk. No bruising?
Pool roller cover (>80kg) fell on leg - swollen, brusied and sore to walk on. A week later, no swelling, bruise is spreading. Do I need a Dr. visit?
What to do if i slipped and hit my leg there's no swelling or bruising but i can't walk?
Foot sore on top at "bend" between leg. Deep, dull pain close to ankle bone. No bruising/swelling. X-ray show no fractures. Able to walk, hop, etc ?
I had a blow to top of my foot almost a week ago- instant bruise. After about three days swelling worsened and strangely around the ankle. I have been off it now for 48 hours but whenever I walk around the swelling worsens again. What's happening?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
