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Where does shin splint pain usually occur?

Along the inner edge of the shinbone, or tibia.

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  1. Behind the kneecap
  2. On the outer ankle bone
  3. Along the inner edge of the shinbone ✔

Why: Shin splints cause pain along the inner edge of the tibia. It is a common overuse problem in runners.

Huh, didn't know that: The medical term for shin splints is medial tibial stress syndrome.

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Answer: Along the inner edge of the shinbone. Shin splints cause pain along the inner edge of the tibia. It is a common overuse problem in runners.

  1. Shin Splints | OrthoInfo www.orthoinfo.org/diseases--conditions/shin-splints
    The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia).
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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