Periosteitis (Inflammation of the Periosteum)
Periosteitis primarily affects athletes. In joggers and game athletes, it occurs particularly frequently on the shins. In addition, however, the inflammation can also manifest itself on the elbows, wrists, knees or heels. The cause of periostitis is usually overuse, but a bacterial infection is also possible. Typical symptoms are pain and swelling of the affected … Periosteitis (Inflammation of the Periosteum)