Chronic compartment syndrome is a condition that affects runners and those who are constantly training for athletics events. The reason behind compartment syndrome is probably repeated impact over the same set of muscles. One may experience frequent pain and swell in the affected muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments, which may cause major disability.
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How do I manage pain arising in my shin while running?
Query: Hi doctor, I have pain in my left shin bone when I try to run. It is on the inside of my leg at the lowest point on the tibia, just above the ankle. My ankle does not hurt, just the shin at the specified location. I do not have pain on walking (unless a long way) but when I run I get immediate and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pain on running or exertion can be due to lack of appropriate strength and integrated stability of gluteal and hip adductor muscles. It makes the bones challenging to disperse the impact forces generated by the foot striking the ground. This can lead to condition cal... Read Full »
My ankle is rigid post-injury. Kindly suggest tips to recover.
Query: Hello doctor, I had a tibial plateau fracture, which was fixed three months back. After 20 days, I was diagnosed with chronic compartment syndrome. A series of wound debridement and grafting was done. I had a foot drop from the time of the fracture. Now it has become an equinus contracture, so rigid... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. As per the X-ray (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), there are no arthritic changes in the joint. So I suppose an Achilles tendon lengthening surgery should be enough. But the nerves in your leg ... Read Full »
What can be the reason for my bilateral ankle pain that starts during my early morning run?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19-year-old active female. I have bilateral ankle pain that starts during my early morning exercise and running. It has been there for two to three months. However, there is no swelling, redness, or tenderness. The pain is of squeezing type that aggravates during walking, runni... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The exact diagnosis is possible only upon clinical examination. However, your symptoms point towards any of the below conditions: Shin Splints - You should have localized tenderness along the inner border of the lower half of the leg b... Read Full »
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