MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME
Localized pain in the lower third of the tibia. Unless properly treated, pain worsens and small fractures form in the tibia
WHAT IS IT?
The pain associated with shin splints is caused by an ankle stabilizing muscle, tibialis posterior, ripping away from its attachment to the back and inside of the tibia (shin bone). Over time, and unless properly treated, the pain worsens and small fractures form in the tibia.
SYMPTOMS
Shin splints begin as diffuse pain along the inside border of the tibia. Without treatment, the pain begins to localize in the lower third of the tibia (a "stress reaction") that may eventually progress to acute and localized pain from a stress fracture.
TREATMENT
The key is to improve calf muscle strength. Pain occurs because the tibialis posterior itself is weak, or it's being overworked because the soleus (the deep calf muscle) is not strong enough. Either way, calf-raises can strengthen both muscles.
Check out the Calf Raise Protocol and Ankle Inversion videos
SOLE footbeds offer custom-moldable support to aid your recovery.
Our orthotic insoles are recommended by podiatrists to promote neutral alignment and optimize natural biomechanics, distributing pressure and strain efficiently, in the feet and beyond.
Health content provided by Dr. Reed Ferber and the Running Injury Clinic
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Which footbed is best for me?
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Footwear type
The thickness of the footbed you choose is dependent on the volume of your shoe type. How does your shoe fit? Please select one.
TIGHT-FITTING FOOTWEAR Ideal for low profile footwear with thin or no factory insoles and slim-fitting footwear such as cycling shoes, cleats, running shoes, dress shoes and casual shoes. MEDIUM-FITTING FOOTWEAR Ideal for most average-volume footwear and shoes with standard factory insoles such as running shoes, sneakers, basketball shoes, tennis shoes, loafers and casual shoes. LOOSE-FITTING FOOTWEAR Ideal for footwear with wiggle room thick factory insoles and a wider shape such as hiking boots, work boots, loose-fitting running shoes and winter boots.
Which footbed is best for me?
Follow these easy steps to find your perfect SOLE footbed match.
Footwear type
The thickness of the footbed you choose is dependent on the volume of your shoe type. How does your shoe fit? Please select one.
TIGHT-FITTING FOOTWEAR Low profile footwear with thin or no factory insoles such as slim-fitting dress shoes, casual shoes, slim running shoes, cycling shoes and cleats. Low profile footwear with thin or no factory insoles such as slim-fitting dress shoes, casual shoes, slim running shoes, cycling shoes and cleats. MEDIUM-FITTING FOOTWEAR Average-volume footwear and shoes with standard factory insoles such as running shoes, sneakers, basketball shoes, tennis shoes, loafers and casual shoes. Average-volume footwear and shoes with standard factory insoles such as running shoes, sneakers, basketball shoes, tennis shoes, loafers and casual shoes. LOOSE-FITTING FOOTWEAR Footwear with wiggle room and thick factory insoles such as hiking boots, work boots, loose-fitting running shoes and winter boots. Footwear with wiggle room and thick factory insoles such as hiking boots, work boots, loose-fitting running shoes and winter boots.
Met pad support
SOLE now offers footbeds with a built-in metatarsal pad. This is an added element of forefoot support that sits under the transverse arch, the arch behind the ball of the foot that runs across the width of the foot. It lifts and separates toes, putting them back into their natural resting position, to relieve pressure and pain in the area that can be caused by issues such as Morton's neuroma and metatarsalgia. This added support also increases circulation and reduces discomfort caused by ill-fitting footwear.
Would you like to include Met Pad options?
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