Presentation
Long-distance runner. Presents with right shin pain for 2 to 3 days.
Patient Data
Age: 35 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome)
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No fracture is seen.
From the case:
Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome)
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An anechoic rim is noted abutting tibial cortex at the site of tenderness.
The asymptomatic area shows no fluid abutting cortex.
Case Discussion
Findings are consistent with shin splints.