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Zumba-ing a lot lately...pain in front of right leg, 6" under knee, on the inner side. hurts when i squat or climb stairs. wait it out or see doc?

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Dr. Christopher Prioranswered

Family Medicine 34 years experience

Rest: Recommend waiting, rest, ice, and consider over the counter orthodics as this sounds like shin splints.

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