Welcome! Active Alignment has merged with Ortho-Kinetics to expand our service area. While Brad Gibbs remains on as a Pedorthic Consultant, Jen Gulas C. Ped (C) and Patrick Purves C. Ped (C) will be providing pedorthic care in the Cambridge and Oakville locations in addition to the existing Active Alignment locations in Waterloo, New Hamburg, and Stratford. Ortho-Kinetics patients, please click here to learn more.
CHARACTERISTICS OF SHIN SPLINTS
Characteristics of Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome):
This is an inflammation and irritation to the muscles and tendons around your tibia. Pain is experienced along the inner border of the shin bone (tibia), where the muscles attach (periosteum).
Shin splints are caused by repetitive stress and overuse in the muscles of the lower leg. Shin splints can occur after sudden or increased changes in physical activity; activity surface changes; increased frequency of activity.
Active Alignment Treatment Options:
- Custom Foot Orthotics
- Ankle Bracing
- FS6 Compression Sleeve
- Medical Grade Compression Socks
- Therapeutic Footwear
- Stretching with targeted exercises for intrinsic arch strength including videos
- Therapeutic Massage Ball
- Resistance Bands