Insoles | Physiotherapy for shin splints

Insoles

Since the tibial edge syndrome often occurs as a result of incorrect posture or incorrect execution of movements as well as walking on too hard a surface, the use of special insoles can be a sensible therapy. These aim to distribute the pressure optimally over the entire foot in order to relieve the overstressed structures. The insoles should also promote the correct execution of movement and facilitate rolling, so that the irritation of the tibia is minimized.

The appropriate insoles can be prescribed by doctors or purchased in specially equipped stores with trained staff. In most cases an individual adjustment of the insoles is necessary. These topics may also be of interest to you:

  • PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)
  • Spiral Dynamics

Compression stockings

Compression stockings are another good option that is used preventively by many competitive and amateur athletes. These are very tight-fitting stockings that adapt exactly to the shape of the leg. Our heart is constantly pumping blood through the body, especially when standing or sitting it is a special challenge to transport the blood from the legs back to the heart.

The pressure exerted by the compression stockings facilitates the return flow of blood. Another advantage of the stockings is that they hold the calf and foot muscles and surrounding structures tightly together.This compression reduces the force of the shocks that affect the legs when running, so that the legs are not stressed as much. However, it is also important here that the compression stockings are only used once the acute inflammatory phase is over.

Summary

Physiotherapy is the main form of conservative therapy for tibial edge syndrome. Through the techniques and exercises used in physiotherapy, most patients manage to get the pain under control within a short period of time and get a better body feeling. Previous bad posture or wrong movements are corrected during the therapy and the patients are given important exercises that will help them to keep the shinbone edge syndrome in check.