Shin splints, for example ... a dull to sharp pain and can also occur along the front portion of the lower leg, and ...

Shin splints produce severe ... is a common condition where the large tendon that runs down the back of the lower leg becomes irritated and inflamed. Acute trauma can lead to sprains and strains.

Johnson, who has been resting while dealing with shin inflammation ... Morrow has been sidelined since suffering a lower leg injury in the SEC semifinal loss to Texas on March 8.

To prevent shin splints, you should reduce how often you exercise, strengthen your lower body muscles ... intrinsic muscles in the feet and up the legs, thereby establishing healthier feet ...

Leg pain can be either injury related ... Treatment is rest with or without immobilization. Shin splints are a localized pain at the lower 1/3 of the inside of the shin or tibia.