Shin splints are typically less severe than a stress fracture. This is a small crack in the bone caused by repeated impact or overuse, and usually requires a longer recovery period.

When people find out I broke my leg in several places, the first question they ask is, “How did it happen?” I wish I had a ...

FRIDAY. JENNIFER. ALL RIGHT, KELLY ANN, THANK YOU SO MUCH. FIVE ON YOUR HEALTH THIS MORNING. MANAGING ACHES AND PAINS FROM SHIN SPLINTS. EXPERTS SAY THEY CAN TAKE THREE MONTHS OR MORE TO HEAL ...