Dr. Jiwu Chen

Dr. Jiwu Chen
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Running injury

How is medial tibial stress syndrome treated?

Author: Dr. Jiwu Chen

Doctor’s answer

Treatment focuses on reducing running and jumping load, adjusting training volume, surfaces, and footwear, and improving calf strength, foot and ankle control, and hip-knee alignment. Focal pain, night pain, or pain with walking should prompt assessment for a stress fracture.

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