Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
Definition
Risk Factors
Symptoms
Evaluation
Treatment
questions for doctor
specialist
Home Care
pain and inflammation
using crutches
warning signs
Underlying Cause
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Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Treatment
Treatment of medial tibial
stress
syndrome may include:
Rest:
Crutches
Cane
Elevation
Cold compresses
Avoid activities that cause pain.
Medial tibial
stress
syndrome stretching exercises
Cast or splint for medial tibial
stress
syndrome.
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Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Treatment: Questions For Doctor
Related Topics:
Anterior tibial strain
Knee pain (unilateral)
Leg pain (unilateral)
Shin splints
Tibial stress fracture
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Leg pain
Leg pain after injury
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Last Updated: Nov 12, 2007
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Stephen J. Schueler, MD
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John H. Beckett, MD
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D. Scott Gettings, MD
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