Causes of Shin splints
Underlying condition causes of Shin splints: The list of possible underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Shin splints) mentioned in various sources as possible causes of Shin splints includes:
- Stress factures of the tibia
- Microfractures
- Periostitis - bone surface inflammations
- Poor circulation
- Tendinitis
- Shin muscle irritation
- Compartment syndrome
Related information for causes of Shin splints:
Further relevant information on causes of Shin splints may be found
in the risk factors for Shin splints
and underlying causes of Shin splints.
Last revision:
June 16, 2003
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