Shin Splints in Children
- Dr. Abbie Clinics
- September 12, 2019
Shin pain in children, particularly active children involved in running-based sports, shares a similar biomechanical pattern to shin splints in adults, though it’s worth assessing separately given a child’s growth plates are still developing.
What Causes Shin Splints in Children?
As with adults, excessive pronation is generally the underlying driver; it increases traction on the tendons around the shin, leading to tightness and pain. In growing children, this traction can interact with growth-plate development, which is why we assess children’s shin pain separately from adult presentations.
Common Symptoms
- Aching or sharp pain along the shin, particularly during or after running
- Tenderness along the shin bone
- Reduced willingness to participate in running-based activity
- Treatment Options We Offer
- Activity modification during flare-ups
- Custom orthotics: designed to help manage excess pronation
- Footwear guidance suited to your child’s activity
- Stretching and foot mobilisation
Book an Assessment
If your child has ongoing shin pain, book a biomechanical assessment at your nearest Dr Abbie Clinics location.
