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Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Underlying Cause

Medial tibial stress syndrome is caused by overuse of the lower legs. Overuse causes irritation and inflammation of the muscles in the inside of the lower leg, resulting in pain and tenderness.

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Last Updated: Oct 16, 2007 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome References:

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