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What Causes Pain In Leg Along Shin Bone?

I have moderate to severe pain in my lower right leg by my shin bone. Its worse when I walk or bend my foot. If I bend my foot as I touch the pained area I can feel movement inside of my leg like the muscle is moving or maybe a rough vibration.this has been hurting for a week or more but today is the first time I felt it with my hand. Thank you
Mon, 8 Sep 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement 's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.

According to your description, what you have might be due to shin splints.
Shin splints usually result from overuse. Repeated movements of the foot can cause damage where the tibialis muscles attach to the tibia. Soon the edge of the muscles may begin to pull away from the bone. The injured muscle and the bone covering (the periosteum) become inflamed.

I advise you to-
1. Take rest. It plays a key role in decreasing pain and inflammation.
2. Stop doing the activity that caused the problem, at least until their symptoms are under control.
3. Apply cold packs and take anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin to calm pain and inflammation.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Pain In Leg Along Shin Bone?

Hello, Thanks for your query. According to your description, what you have might be due to shin splints. Shin splints usually result from overuse. Repeated movements of the foot can cause damage where the tibialis muscles attach to the tibia. Soon the edge of the muscles may begin to pull away from the bone. The injured muscle and the bone covering (the periosteum) become inflamed. I advise you to- 1. Take rest. It plays a key role in decreasing pain and inflammation. 2. Stop doing the activity that caused the problem, at least until their symptoms are under control. 3. Apply cold packs and take anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin to calm pain and inflammation. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care