Question - Shin splints

by Trevor
(Canada)

I sprained my ankle 7 years ago and ever since i have been getting shin splints in that leg if i walk fast or run for more than a few minutes. What is wrong?

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Nov 10, 2008
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by: Bart - SII

It could be muscle weakness - if your ankles are weak, then the muscles in the front of the shin are being overworked and causing irritation.

Bart

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