Foot pain - Orthotics for Shin splints - Treatments for Shin splints pain include Vasyli Red orthotic insoles.

SHIN PAIN (Shin Splints)

Shin Splints is a common term for pain or inflammation in the front and/or inside section of the tibia.

The patient will complain of tightness/tenderness and sometimes throbbing pain along the the tibia that comes on with a specific activity (especially running) and often settles upon resting. Often, it will start like a dull ache but quickly becomes sharper and more aggravated.

Anterior tibial stress (shin splints) is often experienced by new runners or walkers when pain occurs in the anterior muscles of the shin during exercise. Posterior shin splints (medial tibial pain) is a more chronic condition occurring along the inside edge of the tibia and generally occurs with over-use related sports. Both conditions are related to excess stretching (traction) of soft tissue structures along the shin bones (tibia and fibula).

Excessive subtalar joint pronation and internal tibial rotation increase the medial tractional forces upon the deep flexors and extensors of the leg. This is a common factor in muscular overuse conditions and commonly exhibits secondary periosteal swelling due to tractional forces placed upon the soft tissue structures on the tibia and fibula.

Treatment of this condition initially involves rest, ice therapy, anti-inflammatory medications and taping. Soft tissue therapy and stretching and strengthening exercises will help loosen the tight structures. In conjunction to these treatments, Sports control orthotics are the most effective means of treating this condition.

Exercises:

Stretching & strengthening of tibial muscles - sit on a chair and loop a weight around the ankle. Keep the leg straight and lift the foot up and down from the ankle.

Calf muscle stretching.

The orthotics which we recommend for this condition are the Vasyli Red orthotics.

Vasyli High Density Red ¾ Length Orthotic Insoles

Rigid. High Density. Maximum Support. Designed for high performance, this orthotic provides high durability with solid support and control of the foot. These orthotics incorporate an intrinsic 6 degree varus angle wedge which re-aligns the foot and helps stabilise the lower limb in the correct position thus removing many of the tractional forces and providing relief from related symptoms and complaints.

• This orthotic is ideal for athletic and sports use.

• Maximum support and control.

• These 3/4 Length Insoles are suitable to fit most mens and broader fitting ladies shoes and boots.

• The deep heel cup combined with a corrective 6 degree wedge posting assists in supporting and re-aligning the foot.

• Supportive insole designed to control excessive pronation, that is the main cause of Pes Planus (Flat feet).

• Excellent for treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (Fallen Arches).

Vasyli High Density Red Full Length Orthotic Insoles

• This orthotic is ideal for athletic and sports use.

• Maximum support and control.

• Suitable for use when heavier support is required.

• These Full Length Insoles are designed for footwear that features any type of removable innersole, including most sports shoes and walking boots. Simply remove the existing innersole and replace them with the Full length orthotic.

• The deep heel cup combined with a corrective 6 degree wedge posting assists in supporting and re-aligning the foot.

• Supportive insole designed to control excessive pronation, that is the main cause of Pes Planus (Flat feet).

• Full length insole provides additional cushioning and protection to the ball of the foot.

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