If you’ve ever suddenly gotten back into an exercise routine, feeling good about making the leap and getting your steps in or working up a sweat, and then woken up the next day having to hobble everywhere because of the pain in your shins, then you aren’t alone! In fact, even the most experienced of… Read more »
Posts Tagged: shin splints
Injury Prevention for Older Athletes
No one likes coming to terms with getting older. It happens across the board, whether fitness is a regular part of your schedule or not, regardless of whether you are an artist, a coach, an engineer, or a pro-badminton player. What does matter, however, is how sports injuries are addressed, treated, and most importantly, prevented…. Read more »
Shin Splints: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment
What Are Shin Splints? Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, are a common sports related injury. Shin splints are a result of chronic inflammation caused by repetitive movement and stress to the tibia (shin bone). When overworked, the tendons, muscles, and bone tissue of the shin can sustain tiny tears, irritation, and inflammation. Most… Read more »
5 Common Running Injuries
Spring is in full swing. And if you’re a runner, this means that outdoor racing season is in full swing too! This time of the year is very exciting for runners looking to accomplish new goals, or for those joining the running scene after winter hibernation. Whether you’re a beginner, or an advanced runner, injuries are bound… Read more »
Don’t Let A Running Injury Put You On The Sidelines – Advice From A Louisville Orthopedic
Maybe you are running for a cross country team or are training for one of the fall running races coming up in Louisville, Kentucky. You might just be a casual weekend jogger who likes spending time outside in one of Louisville’s beautiful parks, enjoying the benefits of a three mile run once or twice a week. Whether… Read more »
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