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Hashim M, Alhazani FA, AlQarni AS, Albogami MA, Alomar AO, Alsultan AS. Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin Splint): Prevalence, Causes, Prevention, and Management in Saudi Arabia. Cureus 2024; 16:e59441. [PMID: 38826935 PMCID: PMC11140428 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.59441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/04/2024] Open
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Background/aims Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), also known as "shin splint", is most often described as exertional leg pain along the shinbone (tibia), which occurs due to the inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue in this area. This study aims to assess the prevalence, risk factors, and their association with the development of MTSS, as well as the effective treatments that reduce pain and improve functions among the Saudi general population. Materials and method The present cross-sectional study was conducted on the general population of Saudi Arabia through an electronic survey over a period of three months. The study sample of 443 patients was deemed and considered. The study included participants from the general population in Saudi Arabia above the age of 18. A structured self-response questionnaire was given to the participants after institutional research ethical approval was obtained for the study. Results Among the 443 participants, the majority were male (n = 228, 51.5%), aged 18-29 (n = 227, 51.2%), and residing in the central region of Saudi Arabia (n = 398, 89.8%). Most participants reported engaging in sporting activities (n = 211, 47.6%), with high-intensity training being the most common (n = 93, 44.1%). Only a small proportion (n = 8, 1.8%) reported a previous diagnosis of MTSS. Analysis revealed associations between MTSS prevalence and certain demographic factors, including walking surface preferences and engagement in specific sports. Treatment strategies for MTSS included rest, ice application, physiotherapy, and pain-relieving medication, with varying degrees of satisfaction and recurrence rates among participants. Conclusion The study provides valuable insights into the prevalence, risk factors, management, and preventive measures related to MTSS among the Saudi general population. While certain demographic factors and exercise practices were associated with MTSS prevalence, effective treatment options such as rest, physiotherapy, and appropriate footwear were reported. Moreover, adherence to preventive measures such as stretching, proper footwear selection, and gradual training progression may help mitigate the risk of MTSS development.
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- Majdi Hashim
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, SAU
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Shaw A, Newman P, Witchalls J, Hedger T. Externally validated machine learning algorithm accurately predicts medial tibial stress syndrome in military trainees: a multicohort study. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2023; 9:e001566. [PMID: 37497020 PMCID: PMC10367080 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2023-001566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023] Open
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Objectives Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is a common musculoskeletal injury in both sporting and military settings. No reliable treatments exist, and reoccurrence rates are high. Prevention of MTSS is critical to reducing operational burden. Therefore, this study aimed to build a decision-making model to predict the individual risk of MTSS within officer cadets and test the external validity of the model on a separate military population. Design Prospective cohort study. Methods This study collected a suite of key variables previously established for predicting MTSS. Data were obtained from 107 cadets (34 women and 73 men). A follow-up survey was conducted at 3 months to determine MTSS diagnoses. Six ensemble learning algorithms were deployed and trained five times on random stratified samples of 75% of the dataset. The resultant algorithms were tested on the remaining 25% of the dataset, with models then compared for accuracy. The most accurate new algorithm was tested on an unrelated data sample of 123 Australian Navy recruits to establish external validity of the model. Results Calibrated random forest modelling was the most accurate in identifying a diagnosis of MTSS; (area under curve (AUC)=98%, classification accuracy (CA)=96%). External validation on a sample of Navy recruits resulted in comparable accuracy; (AUC=95%, CA=94%). When the model was tested on the combined datasets, similar accuracy was achieved; (AUC=92%, CA=91%). Conclusion This model is highly accurate in predicting those who will develop MTSS. The model provides important preventive capacity which should be trialled as a risk management intervention.
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- Angus Shaw
- Faculty of Health (Physiotherapy), University of Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
- Physiotherapy, Matrix Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic, Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Health (Physiotherapy), Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), University of Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Faculty of Health (Physiotherapy), Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), University of Canberra, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Physiotherapy, Australian Defence Force Academy, Campbell, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Castillo-Domínguez A, García-Romero JC, Alvero-Cruz JR, Ponce-García T, Benítez-Porres J, Páez-Moguer J. Systematic Review of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Patients with Exercise-Induced Leg Pain. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 58:841. [PMID: 35888560 PMCID: PMC9318164 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58070841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Background and Objectives: To determine the most commonly used patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in exercise-induced leg pain (EILP) and to identify specific PROMs for EILP in order to evaluate their psychometric properties and methodological quality. Materials and Methods: A strategic search was performed in different databases to identify and extract the characteristics of studies based on the use of PROMs in patients with EILP. Specific PROMs were evaluated according to the Terwee et al. and COSMIN criteria. Results: Fifty-six studies were included in the review. The Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome Score (MTSSS), Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) and Exercise-Induced Leg Pain Questionnaire (EILP-Q) were identified as specific PROMs for EILP. The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) was the most widely used instrument in the assessment of EILP. The methodological quality assessment showed six positive values for the LEFS, four for the MTSSS and three for the EILP-Q for the eight psychometric properties analyzed according to the COSMIN criteria. The evaluation of the nine psychometric properties according to Terwee showed five positive values for the LEFS and MTSSS, and three for the EILP-Q. Conclusions: The overall methodological quality of the PROMs used was low. The VAS was the most widely used instrument in the assessment of EILP, and the LEFS was the highest quality PROM available for EILP, followed by the MTSSS and EILP-Q, respectively.
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- Department of Human Physiology, Histology, Pathological Anatomy and Sports Physical Education, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain; (J.C.G.-R.); (J.R.A.-C.); (T.P.-G.); (J.B.-P.)
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- Department of Human Physiology, Histology, Pathological Anatomy and Sports Physical Education, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain; (J.C.G.-R.); (J.R.A.-C.); (T.P.-G.); (J.B.-P.)
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- Department of Human Physiology, Histology, Pathological Anatomy and Sports Physical Education, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain; (J.C.G.-R.); (J.R.A.-C.); (T.P.-G.); (J.B.-P.)
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- Department of Human Physiology, Histology, Pathological Anatomy and Sports Physical Education, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain; (J.C.G.-R.); (J.R.A.-C.); (T.P.-G.); (J.B.-P.)
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, University of Malaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain;
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Naderi A, Bagheri S, Ramazanian Ahoor F, Moen MH, Degens H. Foot Orthoses Enhance the Effectiveness of Exercise, Shockwave, and Ice Therapy in the Management of Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome. Clin J Sport Med 2022; 32:e251-e260. [PMID: 33797477 DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Our aim was to assess the effects of adding arch-support foot-orthoses (ASFO) to a multimodal therapeutic intervention on the perception of pain and improvement of recovery from medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) in recreational runners. DESIGN A prospective randomized controlled trial. SETTING Sport training and medical centers. PARTICIPANTS Fifty female recreational runners with MTSS were randomized into 2 groups. INTERVENTIONS Runners either received ASFO or sham flat noncontoured orthoses. Both groups received a multimodal therapeutic intervention, including ice massage, ankle muscle exercises, and extracorporeal shockwave therapy. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Pain during bone pressure using a numerical Likert scale (0-10), MTSS severity using an MTSS scale, perceived treatment effect using the global rating of change scale, and quality of life using the short Form-36 questionnaire were determined at week 6, 12, and 18. RESULTS Pain intensity and MTSS severity were lower, and the perceived treatment effect and physical function were better in the ASFO than in the sham flat noncontoured orthoses group at week 6 and week 12. Cohen's dz effect size for between-group differences showed a medium difference. However, arch-support foot-orthoses did not add to the benefits of multimodal therapeutic intervention on pain, MTSS severity and perceived treatment effect at week 18. CONCLUSIONS Adding ASFO to a therapeutic intervention leads to an earlier diminishment of pain and MTSS severity, and improved PF and perceived therapeutic effects.
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- Aynollah Naderi
- School of Sport Science, Shahrood University of Technology, Shahrood, Semnan, Iran
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- Department of Sport Science, School of Humanities, University College of Omran and Tosseeh, Hamadan, Iran
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- Bergman Clinics, Naarden, the Netherlands
- The Sport Physician Group, OLVG West, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Department of Elite Sports, National Olympic Committee and National Sports Federation, Arnhem, the Netherlands
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- Department of Life Sciences, Research Centre for Musculoskeletal Science and Sports Medicine, Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom ; and
- Institute of Sport Science and Innovations, Lithuanian Sports University, Lithuanian, Lithuania
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Effect of Compression Therapy in the Treatment of Tibial Stress Syndrome in Military Service Members. J Sport Rehabil 2022; 31:771-777. [PMID: 35453124 DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2021-0327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Revised: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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CONTEXT Tibial stress syndrome (TSS) is an overuse injury of the lower extremities. There is a high incidence rate of TSS among military recruits. Compression therapy is used to treat a wide array of musculoskeletal injuries. The purpose of this study was to investigate the use of compression therapy as a treatment for TSS in military service members. DESIGN A parallel randomized study design was utilized. METHODS Military members diagnosed with TSS were assigned to either a relative rest group or compression garment group. Both groups started the study with 2 weeks of lower extremity rest followed by a graduated running program during the next 6 weeks. The compression garment group additionally wore a shin splints compression wrap during the waking hours of the first 2 weeks and during activity only for the next 6 weeks. Feelings of pain, TSS symptoms, and the ability to run 2 miles pain free were assessed at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks into the study. RESULTS Feelings of pain and TSS symptoms decreased during the 8-week study in both groups (P < .05), but these changes were not significantly different between groups (P > .05). The proportion of participants who were able to run 2 miles pain free was significantly different (P < .05) between the 2 groups at the 8-week time point with the compression garment group having a significantly increased ability to complete the run without pain. CONCLUSIONS Although perceptions of pain at rest were not different between groups, the functional ability of running 2 miles pain free was significantly improved in the compression garment group. These findings suggest that there is a moderate benefit to using compression therapy as an adjunct treatment for TSS, promoting a return to training for military service members.
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Castillo-Domínguez A, Alvero-Cruz JR, Páez-Moguer J, Nauck T, Lohrer H, Scheer V, García-Romero J. Cross-Cultural adaptation and validation of the Exercise-Induced Leg Pain questionnaire for Spanish speaking patients. Clin Rehabil 2022; 36:968-979. [PMID: 35350924 DOI: 10.1177/02692155221088933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To cross-culturally adapt and validate a Spanish version of the Exercise-Induced Leg Pain questionnaire. DESIGN Clinical measurement study. PARTICIPANTS The validity and reliability of the adapted version were assessed in four groups of 40 patients with exercise-induced leg pain, 40 physically active healthy individuals (control group), 40 athletes with other leg conditions and 40 athletes, military personnel and candidates with no history of injury (risk group). MAIN MEASURE Exercise-Induced Leg Pain questionnaire. REFERENCE MEASURES Spanish version of the Short-Form 36 and Schepsis postsurgical classification scale. RESULTS In patients with exercise-induced leg pain, the mean age was 24.9 (± 6.7) years and the mean score of the questionnaire was 62.8 (± 10.9). The standard error of measurement and minimum detectable change threshold were 1.67 and 4.63 points, respectively. Excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.942) and test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.995) were found. The exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses indicated that a one-factor solution explained 66.84% of the variance. For construct validity, 87.5% of the previously stated hypotheses were fulfilled between the total score of the questionnaire and Short-Form 36 dimensions. Concurrent validity, assessed by the Schepsis scale, was almost perfect (r = 0.92, p < 0.001). The predictive validity of the questionnaire was demonstrated using the receiving operating curve (area of 0.992; 95% CI: 0.983-1, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION The Spanish version of the Exercise-Induced Leg Pain questionnaire resulted in a reliable and valid instrument to assess patients with exercise-induced leg pain.
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- Department of Human Physiology, Histology, Pathological Anatomy and Sports Physical Education, 16752University of Málaga, 29071, Spain
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- European SportsCare Network (ESN), Zentrum für Sportorthopädie, Borsigstrasse 2, 65205, Germany
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- European SportsCare Network (ESN), Zentrum für Sportorthopädie, Borsigstrasse 2, 65205, Germany.,Department of Sport and Sport Science, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg i. Brsg., Schwarzwaldstraße 175, 79117, Germany
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- Ultra Sports Science Foundation, 109 Boulevard de l'Europe, 69310, France
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- Department of Human Physiology, Histology, Pathological Anatomy and Sports Physical Education, 16752University of Málaga, 29071, Spain
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Padhiar N, Curtin M, Aweid O, Aweid B, Morrissey D, Chan O, Malliaras P, Crisp T. The effectiveness of PROLOTHERAPY for recalcitrant Medial TIBIAL Stress Syndrome: a prospective consecutive CASE series. J Foot Ankle Res 2021; 14:32. [PMID: 33863355 PMCID: PMC8052809 DOI: 10.1186/s13047-021-00453-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2020] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is one of the most common lower leg injuries in sporting populations. It accounts for between 6 and 16% of all running injuries, and up to 53% of lower leg injuries in military recruits. Various treatment modalities are available with varying degrees of success. In recalcitrant cases, surgery is often the only option. OBJECTIVE To evaluate whether ultrasound-guided injection of 15% dextrose for treatment of recalcitrant MTSS decreases pain and facilitates a return to desired activity levels for those who may otherwise be considering surgery or giving up the sport. METHOD The study design was a prospective consecutive case series involving eighteen patients: fifteen male and three female; (mean age = 31.2 years) with recalcitrant MTSS. They were referred from sports injury clinics across the UK, having failed all available conservative treatment. INTERVENTION An ultrasound-guided sub-periosteal injection of 15% dextrose was administered by the same clinician (NP) along the length of the symptomatic area. Typically, 1 mL of solution was injected per cm of the symptomatic area. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Pain was assessed using a 10-cm visual analog scale (VAS) at baseline, short-term, medium-term (mean 18 weeks), and long-term (mean 52 weeks) follow-up. Symptom resolution and return to activity were measured using a Likert scale at medium and long-term follow-up. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS for Mac version 19.0.0 (IBM, New York, NY, US). The Shapiro-Wilk test was used to evaluate the normality of the distribution of data. Friedman's non-parametric test was used to compare the within-patient treatment response over time. Post-hoc Wilcoxon signed-rank tests with Bonferroni corrections were performed to determine VAS average pain response to treatment over five paired periods. RESULTS Patients reported a significant (p < 0.01) reduction in median VAS pain score at medium and long-term follow-up compared to baseline. Median improvement per patient was 4.5/10. Patients rated their condition as 'much improved' at medium-term follow-up and the median return to sports score was 'returned to desired but not pre-injury level' at medium-term and long-term follow-up. No adverse events were reported. CONCLUSIONS Ultrasound-guided 15% dextrose prolotherapy injection has a significant medium-term effect on pain in MTSS. This benefit may be maintained long-term; however, more robust trials are required to validate these findings in the absence of controls. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Clinicians should consider the use of ultrasound-guided injection of 15% dextrose as a viable treatment option to reduce pain and aid return to activity for patients with recalcitrant MTSS.
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- Nat Padhiar
- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
- London SportsCare, London Independent Hospital, London, UK
- European SportsCare, London, UK
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- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- London SportsCare, London Independent Hospital, London, UK
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- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
- Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
- London SportsCare, London Independent Hospital, London, UK
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Cortés González RE. Successful treatment of medial tibial stress syndrome in a collegiate athlete focusing on clinical findings and kinesiological factors contributing to pain. Physiother Theory Pract 2020; 38:961-968. [PMID: 32757793 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2020.1802798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is characterized by the presence of diffuse pain in the posteromedial portion of the medial border of the tibia. Current evidence from the literature has not established an effective treatment and has not been able to demonstrate effectiveness of numerous modalities commonly used to treat MTSS pain. CASE DESCRIPTION This report describes an 18-year-old male collegiate soccer player who presented with pain along the distal medial tibial border bilaterally consistent with the diagnosis of medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). Treatment focused on correcting clinical and kinesiological findings likely contributing to the patient's condition including fascial mobilization, interferential currents (IFC), strengthening and stretching exercises. After 10 sessions over 10 weeks the patient was able to return to training and competition without pain.
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- Raúl Ernesto Cortés González
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Soccer and Sports Sciences, Hidalgo, Mexico.,Department of Physiotherapy, National School of Higher Studies, Leon Unit, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Guanajuato, Mexico
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Correction: The medial tibial stress syndrome score: a new patient-reported outcome measure. Br J Sports Med 2020; 54:e2. [DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2015-095060corr1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Winters M. [The diagnosis and management of medial tibial stress syndrome : An evidence update-German version]. Unfallchirurg 2019; 122:848-853. [PMID: 31628497 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-019-0666-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Medial tibial stress syndrome is a common overuse injury in jumping and running athletes. It is defined as exercise-induced pain along the distal posteromedial border of the tibia and the presence of recognisable pain on palpation over a length of 5 or more centimetres. This overview article provides an evidence update on the diagnosis and management of athletes with medial tibial stress syndrome.
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- Marinus Winters
- Abteilung für Rehabilitation, Physiotherapiewissenschaft und Sport, Universitätsklinikum Utrecht, Utrecht, Niederlande. .,Forschungsstelle für Allgemeinmedizin in Aalborg, Abteilung Klinische Medizin, Universität Aalborg, Fyrkildevej 7, 9220, Aalborg Øst, Dänemark.
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Ercan S. Medial tibial stres sendromlu sporcularda ayak bileği izokinetik kas kuvveti ve naviküler çökme miktarı. CUKUROVA MEDICAL JOURNAL 2019. [DOI: 10.17826/cumj.459411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Winters M, Burr DB, van der Hoeven H, Condon KW, Bellemans J, Moen MH. Microcrack-associated bone remodeling is rarely observed in biopsies from athletes with medial tibial stress syndrome. J Bone Miner Metab 2019; 37:496-502. [PMID: 30066165 DOI: 10.1007/s00774-018-0945-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2018] [Accepted: 07/18/2018] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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The pathology of medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is unknown. Studies suggest that MTSS is a bony overload injury, but histological evidence is sparse. The presence of microdamage, and its potential association with targeted remodeling, could provide evidence for the pathogenesis of MTSS. Understanding the pathology underlying MTSS could contribute to effective preventative and therapeutic interventions for MTSS. Our aim was to retrospectively evaluate biopsies, previously taken from the painful area in athletes with MTSS, for the presence of linear microcracks, diffuse microdamage and remodeling. Biopsies, previously taken from athletes with MTSS, were evaluated at the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the Indiana University. After preparing the specimens by en bloc staining, one investigator evaluated the presence of linear microcracks, diffuse microdamage and remodeling in the specimens. A total of six biopsies were evaluated for the presence of microdamage and remodeling. Linear microcracks were found in 4 out of 6 biopsies. Cracking in one of these specimens was artefactual due to the biopsy procedure. No diffuse microdamage was seen in any of the specimens, and only one potential remodeling front in association with the microcracks. We found only linear microcracks in vivo in biopsies taken from the painful area in 50% of the athletes with MTSS, consistent with the relationship between linear cracks and fatigue-associated overloading of bone. The nearly universal absence of a repair reaction was notable. This suggests that unrepaired microdamage accumulation may underlie the pathophysiological basis for MTSS in athletes.
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- Marinus Winters
- Research Unit for General Practice in Aalborg, Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, 9220, Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis, USA
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- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University Hasselt, ZOL Hospital Genk, Genk, Belgium
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- Bergman Clinics, Naarden, The Netherlands
- The Sportsphysician Group, OLVG Hospital Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Lohrer H, Malliaropoulos N, Korakakis V, Padhiar N. Exercise-induced leg pain in athletes: diagnostic, assessment, and management strategies. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2019; 47:47-59. [PMID: 30345867 DOI: 10.1080/00913847.2018.1537861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The purpose of this review is to describe and critically evaluate current knowledge regarding diagnosis, assessment, and management of chronic overload leg injuries which are often non-specific and misleadingly referred to as 'shin splints'. We aimed to review clinical entities that come under the umbrella term 'Exercise-induced leg pain' (EILP) based on current literature and systematically searched the literature. Specifically, systematic reviews were included. Our analyses demonstrated that current knowledge on EILP is based on a low level of evidence. EILP has to be subdivided into those with pain from bone stress injuries, pain of osteo-fascial origin, pain of muscular origin, pain due to nerve compression and pain due to a temporary vascular compromise. The history is most important. Questions include the onset of symptoms, whether worse with activity, at rest or at night? What exacerbates it and what relieves it? Is the sleep disturbed? Investigations merely confirm the clinical diagnosis and/or differential diagnosis; they should not be solely relied upon. The mainstay of diagnosing bone stress injury is MRI scan. Treatment is based on unloading strategies. A standard for confirming chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) is the dynamic intra-compartmental pressure study performed with specific exercises that provoke the symptoms. Surgery provides the best outcome. Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) presents a challenge in both diagnosis and treatment especially where there is a substantial overlap of symptoms with deep posterior CECS. Conservative therapy should initially aim to correct functional, gait, and biomechanical overload factors. Surgery should be considered in recalcitrant cases. MRI and MR angiography are the primary investigative tools for functional popliteal artery entrapment syndrome and when confirmed, surgery provides the most satisfactory outcome. Nerve compression is induced by various factors, e.g., localized fascial entrapment, unstable proximal tibiofibular joint (intrinsic) or secondary by external compromise of the nerve, e.g., tight hosiery (extrinsic). Conservative is the treatment of choice. The localized fasciotomy is reserved for recalcitrant cases.
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- Heinz Lohrer
- a European SportsCare Network (ESN) - Zentrum für Sportorthopädie , Wiesbaden-Nordenstadt , Germany
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- c Department of Rehabilitation , Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital , Doha , Qatar
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- d William Harvey Research Institute, Centre for Sports & Exercise Medicine , Queen Mary University of London , London , UK
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Beaudart C, Hagelstein T, Van Beveren J, Godon B, Bruyère O, Kaux JF. French translation and validation of the exercise-induced leg pain Questionnaire. Disabil Rehabil 2018; 42:857-862. [PMID: 30507325 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2018.1508512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Objective: The "Exercise-Induced Leg Pain" questionnaire was developed (in German) for the evaluation of the severity of symptoms and sports ability in individuals with exercise-induced leg pain. The purpose of the present study was to translate and cross-culturally adapt this questionnaire into French and to study the reliability and validity of this French-language version.Methods: The translation and cross-cultural adaptation of the original "Exercise-Induced Leg Pain" was performed according to established guidelines. The translation part was carried out in six stages: (i) two initial translations from German to French; (ii) synthesis of the two translations; (iii) backward translations; (iv) comparison between the backward translations and the original questionnaire by an expert committee; (v) pretest; and (vi) approval of the final version of the French-language "Exercise-Induced Leg Pain" questionnaire. To validate this questionnaire, 84 subjects were recruited (28 pathological patients with a confirmed diagnosis of chronic leg pain, 28 asymptomatic sport students, and 28 healthy control athletes). The discriminative power of the questionnaire was tested, as well as its reliability (internal consistency and test-retest reliability after a 7-10-day interval), construct validity and floor/ceiling effects.Results: The French version of the "Exercise-Induced Leg Pain" questionnaire was generated without any major difficulties. The ability of the questionnaire to discriminate between the three groups of subjects was demonstrated with a total score of 61.0 ± 18.5 for the pathologic group; 93.9 ± 7.57 for the asymptomatic group and 94.1 ± 9.79 for the control group. A high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha of 0.93) and an excellent test-retest reliability [intraclass coefficient correlation: 0.98 (95% confidence interval: 0.97-0.99, p < 0.001)] indicated that the "Exercise-Induced Leg Pain" is reliable. The questionnaire also demonstrated good construct validity against different subscales of the Short Form-36 questionnaire, a generic quality of life questionnaire, with more than 87% of the prespecified hypotheses confirmed. Finally, no floor effects or ceiling effects were observed.Conclusion: The French version of the « Exercise-Induced Leg Pain » was successfully translated and cross-culturally adapted. The questionnaire is consistent, valid and reliable for evaluating French-speaking patients with chronic exercise-induced leg pain.Implications for rehabilitationThe "Exercise-Induced Leg Pain" questionnaire aims to assess the severity of symptoms that impact the function and sports ability of patients with exercise-induced leg pain;The French version of the « Exercise-Induced Leg Pain » was successfully translated and cross-culturally adapted. The questionnaire is consistent, valid and reliable for evaluating French-speaking patients with chronic exercise-induced leg pain.
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- Charlotte Beaudart
- Department of Public Health, Epidemiology and Health Economics, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium.,WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Health Aspects of Musculoskeletal Health and Ageing, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Sport and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Physical Medicine and Sports Traumatology Department, SportS2, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Public Health, Epidemiology and Health Economics, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium.,WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Health Aspects of Musculoskeletal Health and Ageing, Liège, Belgium.,Department of Sport and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Sport and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium.,Physical Medicine and Sports Traumatology Department, SportS2, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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Bliekendaal S, Moen M, Fokker Y, Stubbe JH, Twisk J, Verhagen E. Incidence and risk factors of medial tibial stress syndrome: a prospective study in Physical Education Teacher Education students. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2018; 4:e000421. [PMID: 30364458 PMCID: PMC6196946 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2018-000421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/29/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Objective Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is a common lower extremity overuse injury often causing long-term reduction of sports participation. This study aimed to investigate the incidence and risk factors of MTSS in first-year Dutch Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) students. Methods This prospective study consisted of physical measures at baseline (height, weight, fat percentage, 3000 m run test, navicular drop test, hip internal and external range of motion, hip adduction and adduction strength, single leg squat and shin palpation), an intake questionnaire at baseline (age, sport participation, presence of MTSS, MTSS history, insole use and use of supportive shoes) and an MTSS registration procedure during the academic year of 2016–2017 (10 months) using a validated questionnaire. In total 221 first-year PETE students were included, of whom 170 (77%) were male and 51 (23%) female. The evaluation of risk factors was conducted with univariable and multivariable logistic generalised estimating equation analyses. Results In total 55 (25%) subjects, 35 (21%) men and 20 (39%) women, developed MTSS during the follow-up period. The associated risk factors were female sex (OR=3.14, 95% CI 1.39 to 7.11), above-average age (OR=0.31, 95% CI 0.13 to 0.76), above-average body mass index (OR=2.29, 95% CI 1.02 to 5.16) and history of MTSS (OR=5.03, 95% CI 1.90 to 13.30). Conclusion The incidence of MTSS is high in PETE students. Several risk factors were identified. These results demonstrate the need for prevention and may provide direction to preventive intervention design.
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- Sander Bliekendaal
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Centre for Applied Research in Sports and Nutrition, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis (OLVG), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Centre for Applied Research in Sports and Nutrition, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Codarts University of the Arts, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Performing Artist and Athlete Research Lab (PEARL), Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Rotterdam Arts and Science Lab (RASL), Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health and Safety in Sports & Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Movement Science, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,UCT/MRC Research Unit for Exercise Science and Sports Medicine (ESSM) Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.,School of Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Critically appraising the evidence to help our patients with overload syndromes: should we prioritise knowledge from observational studies and focus on ‘the essentials’? Br J Sports Med 2018; 52:1414-1415. [DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2018-099181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Winters M. Medial tibial stress syndrome: diagnosis, treatment and outcome assessment (PhD Academy Award). Br J Sports Med 2018; 52:1213-1214. [DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2017-098907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/08/2018] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Winters M, Bakker EWP, Moen MH, Barten CC, Teeuwen R, Weir A. Medial tibial stress syndrome can be diagnosed reliably using history and physical examination. Br J Sports Med 2017; 52:1267-1272. [DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2016-097037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BackgroundThe majority of sporting injuries are clinically diagnosed using history and physical examination as the cornerstone. There are no studies supporting the reliability of making a clinical diagnosis of medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS).AimOur aim was to assess if MTSS can be diagnosed reliably, using history and physical examination. We also investigated if clinicians were able to reliably identify concurrent lower leg injuries.MethodsA clinical reliability study was performed at multiple sports medicine sites in The Netherlands. Athletes with non-traumatic lower leg pain were assessed for having MTSS by two clinicians, who were blinded to each others’ diagnoses. We calculated the prevalence, percentage of agreement, observed percentage of positive agreement (Ppos), observed percentage of negative agreement (Pneg) and Kappa-statistic with 95%CI.ResultsForty-nine athletes participated in this study, of whom 46 completed both assessments. The prevalence of MTSS was 74%. The percentage of agreement was 96%, with Ppos and Pneg of 97% and 92%, respectively. The inter-rater reliability was almost perfect; k=0.89 (95% CI 0.74 to 1.00), p<0.000001. Of the 34 athletes with MTSS, 11 (32%) had a concurrent lower leg injury, which was reliably noted by our clinicians, k=0.73, 95% CI 0.48 to 0.98, p<0.0001.ConclusionOur findings show that MTSS can be reliably diagnosed clinically using history and physical examination, in clinical practice and research settings. We also found that concurrent lower leg injuries are common in athletes with MTSS.
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Winkelmann ZK, Anderson D, Games KE, Eberman LE. Risk Factors for Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome in Active Individuals: An Evidence-Based Review. J Athl Train 2016; 51:1049-1052. [PMID: 27835043 DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-51.12.13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Reference/Citation: Hamstra-Wright KL, Bliven KC, Bay C. Risk factors for medial tibial stress syndrome in physically active individuals such as runners and military personnel: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Br J Sports Med. 2015;49(6):362-369. CLINICAL QUESTION What factors put physically active individuals at risk to develop medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)? DATA SOURCES The authors performed a literature search of CINAHL, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, EMBASE, and MEDLINE from each database's inception to July 2013. The following key words were used together or in combination: armed forces, athlete, conditioning, disorder predictor, exercise, medial tibial stress syndrome, militaries, MTSS, military, military personnel, physically active, predictor, recruit, risk, risk characteristic, risk factor, run, shin pain, shin splints, and vulnerability factor. STUDY SELECTION Studies were included in this systematic review based on the following criteria: original research that (1) investigated risk factors associated with MTSS, (2) compared physically active individuals with and without MTSS, (3) was printed in English, and (4) was accessible in full text in peer-reviewed journals. DATA EXTRACTION Two authors independently screened titles or abstracts (or both) of studies to identify inclusion criteria and quality. If the article met the inclusion criteria, the authors extracted demographic information, study design and duration, participant selection, MTSS diagnosis, investigated risk factors, mean difference, clinical importance, effect size, odds ratio, and any other data deemed relevant. After the data extraction was complete, the authors compared findings for accuracy and completeness. When the mean and standard deviation of a particular risk factor were reported 3 or more times, that risk factor was included in the meta-analysis. In addition, the methodologic quality was assessed with an adapted checklist developed by previous researchers. The checklist contained 5 categories: study objective, study population, outcome measurements, assessment of the outcome, and analysis and data presentation. Any disagreement between the authors was discussed and resolved by consensus. MAIN RESULTS A total of 165 papers were initially identified, and 21 original research studies were included in this systematic review. More than 100 risk factors were identified in the 21 studies. Continuous data were reported 3 or more times for risk factors of body mass index (BMI), navicular drop, ankle plantar-flexion range of motion (ROM), ankle-dorsiflexion ROM, ankle-eversion ROM, ankle-inversion ROM, quadriceps angle, hip internal-rotation ROM, and hip external-rotation ROM. As compared with the control group, significant risk factors for developing MTSS identified in the literature were (1) greater BMI (mean difference [MD] = 0.79, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 0.38, 1.20; P < .001), (2) greater navicular drop (MD = 1.9 mm, 95% CI = 0.54, 1.84 mm; P < .001), (3) greater ankle plantar-flexion ROM (MD = 5.94°, 95% CI = 3.65°, 8.24°; P < .001), and (4) greater hip external-rotation ROM (MD = 3.95°, 95% CI = 1.78°, 6.13°; P < .001). Ankle-dorsiflexion ROM (MD = -0.01°, 95% CI = -0.96, 0.93; P = .98), ankle-eversion ROM (MD = 1.17°, 95% CI = -0.02, 2.36; P = .06), ankle-inversion ROM (MD = 0.98°, 95% CI = -3.11°, 5.07°; P = .64), quadriceps angle (MD = -0.22°, 95% CI = -0.95°, 0.50°; P = .54), and hip internal-rotation ROM (MD = 0.18°, 95% CI = -5.37°, 5.73°; P = .95), were not different between individuals with MTSS and controls. CONCLUSIONS The primary factors that appeared to put a physically active individual at risk for MTSS were increased BMI, increased navicular drop, greater ankle plantar-flexion ROM, and greater hip external-rotation ROM. These primary risk factors can guide health care professionals in the prevention and treatment of MTSS.
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- Zachary K Winkelmann
- Neuromechanics, Interventions, and Continuing Education Research (NICER) Laboratory, Department of Applied Medicine and Rehabilitation, Indiana State University, Terre Haute
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- Neuromechanics, Interventions, and Continuing Education Research (NICER) Laboratory, Department of Applied Medicine and Rehabilitation, Indiana State University, Terre Haute
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