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[Medial stress syndrome in military conscripts]
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|August 14, 1989
Summary
Shin splints, common in military recruits, often appear within the first month of service. Most cases resolve after a month of rest from physical exercise, with increased subtalar joint eversion noted in affected individuals.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Orthopedics
Context:
- Shin splints are a frequent issue among military recruits during initial training.
- Early onset of symptoms (within 4 weeks) is common, affecting 65% of cases.
Purpose:
- To investigate the biomechanical factors associated with shin splints in military recruits.
- To compare subtalar joint mobility and position between recruits with and without shin splints.
Summary:
- Thirty-two Danish recruits with shin splints were studied alongside a control group.
- No significant difference in passive subtalar joint mobility was observed.
- Recruits with shin splints exhibited increased subtalar joint eversion in the standing position.
Impact:
- Findings suggest that increased subtalar joint eversion may be a contributing factor to shin splints in this population.
- This research can inform preventative strategies and targeted interventions for shin splints in physically active individuals.
- Understanding biomechanical risk factors is crucial for reducing injury incidence in military training programs.