Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
common in runners
diffuse pain along distal third of posteromedial tibial border (>5cm)
2
Q
Causes
A
Tibial bending force, varus forefoot
Fascial tension
3
Q
Treatments
A
- Taping
- New shoes
- NSAIDs and icing
- Massage for healing
- orthotics, control pronation
4
Q
What is medial tibial stress fracture?
A
- similar to MTSS however pain is localised rather than diffused
- Pain all the time
- Radiographic findings to confirm diagnosis