Shin Splints Treatment | Isleworth Pain and Injury

Shin Splints

Whether you’re a weekend jogger or a dedicated athlete, shin splints can quickly turn every step into a sharp reminder that something’s not right. That dull, aching pain down the front of your shin? It’s more than just “soreness from a good workout.”

At Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic, we regularly help patients who thought they just needed new trainers, only to realise they needed proper care and recovery support. Don’t let shin splints sideline your progress. We’re here to help you run, walk, and move without pain.

What Are Shin Splints?

Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, occur when the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around your shinbone become inflamed due to overuse or stress. It’s especially common in runners, dancers, and anyone doing repetitive impact activities on hard surfaces.

Common causes include:

Sudden increase in training intensity or duration
Poor running form or footwear
Flat feet or high arches
Weak core or hip muscles
Training on hard or uneven surfaces

Pain usually develops gradually and feels like a dull ache or sharp discomfort along the inner edge of the shinbone.

Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Not sure if it’s just post-workout soreness or something more. Shin splints typically cause:

Pain along the inner shin during or after exercise
Tenderness or swelling in the lower leg
Discomfort that worsens with impact (running, jumping)
Relief with rest, but pain returns quickly with activity

If left untreated, shin splints can worsen and even lead to stress fractures. Early intervention makes a huge difference.

How We Help at Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic

We take a comprehensive, hands-on approach to shin splints. At Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic, our goal is to relieve your pain, address the root cause, and help you stay active — the right way.

Your treatment may include:

Soft tissue therapy to reduce muscle tension and inflammation
Manual adjustments to correct lower limb alignment
Foot biomechanics assessment to spot issues with arches or gait
Custom rehab exercises to strengthen weak muscles and prevent recurrence

How We Help With Chiropractic & Physiotherapy

Combining chiropractic care and physiotherapy offers the most effective relief for shin splints.

Chiropractic care ensures optimal alignment of your ankles, knees, and hips, helping reduce uneven stress on your lower legs.

Physiotherapy strengthens key muscle groups, improves flexibility, and helps correct movement patterns that could be contributing to your shin pain.