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Factors Associated With Shin Soreness in Athletes.
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 27, 2016
Summary
Shin soreness in exercisers may be linked to increased joint motion, higher training intensity, and poor footwear. This study also suggests a potential connection between low calcium intake and shin splints, highlighting nutrition
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- Shin soreness, a common ailment in athletes, affects performance and training.
- Identifying causative factors is crucial for effective prevention and management strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate biomechanical, training-related, and nutritional factors associated with shin soreness in exercisers.
- To differentiate between injured and uninjured individuals to pinpoint risk factors.
Main Methods:
- A case-control study involving 25 exercisers with shin soreness and 25 matched uninjured controls.
- Data collection included interviews, physical examinations, and dietary assessments focusing on calcium intake.
Main Results:
- Injured subjects exhibited greater subtalar joint motion and ankle dorsiflexion.
- Higher training intensity prior to injury and use of worn/poorly made shoes were reported by injured individuals.
- Significantly lower calcium intake was a distinguishing factor in the injured group.
Conclusions:
- Increased joint mobility, intensified training, and inadequate footwear are associated with shin soreness.
- This research is the first to suggest a potential link between nutritional status, specifically calcium intake, and the development of shin soreness.
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