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Leg Pain and Injuries

Information about leg pain and injuries, including cause, diagnosis, treatment and prevention tips. (shin splints, compartment syndrome, achilles tendonitis, achilles tendon rupture, calf strain, stress fracture, muscle cramps, abrasions and 'Road Rash.')
Stress Fractures - How Have You Treated a Stress Fracture
Stress fractures are tiny cracks in the bones that often occur from overuse or repeated stress on a bone.
Muscle Spasm and Cramps - What Causes Painful Muscle Spasm and Cramps
A muscle spasm or cramp is an involuntary and forcibly contracted muscle that does not relax.
Shin Splint Treatment - Products that Help Shin Splints Heal Faster
If you have shin splints these products may help you limit further injury, reduce pain and heal faster.
Prevent Shin Splints - Avoid the Most Common Causes of Shin Splints
Some of the most common causes of shin splints are preventable. Here's what you can do to avoid the pain of shin splints.
Calf Strain - Torn Calf Muscle - Lower Leg Pain
A calf strain is similar to an Achilles tendon tear or rupture. Here is how to tell them apart.
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