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Shin splints

Shin splints are a condition that causes pain and sometimes swelling in the front part of the lower leg (shin).

Primary Medical Reviewer William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine
Last Updated August 15, 2008

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Last Updated: August 15, 2008
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