This is a common problem for many active people. Sometimes it's caused by too much running too soon. However it can also be caused by poor running bio-mechanics. The patient will have a bio-mechanical assessment to see if there is a mechanical problem. This assessment will be performed with the use of a treadmill as well as advanced gaitscan software. With the aid of the gaitscan program, a customised orthotic can be prescribed.

Read more here: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/shin-splints