Shin Splints Physical Therapy in Atlanta
Run farther. Run Stronger. Run pain free.
Are Shin Splints Keeping You From Running?
Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) are one of the most common overuse injuries for runners and one of the most frustrating. If you’re feeling:
Pain or aching along the front or inside of your shins
Pain that worsens with running, jumping, or impact activities
Tenderness or swelling in the lower leg
Stiffness or soreness that seems worse at the start of a run
You don’t have to keep “pushing through” and hoping it goes away. At Tempo Physical Therapy & Performance, we help runners fix shin splints fast so you can get back to training and avoid future flare-ups.
Why Runners in Atlanta Choose Tempo Physical Therapy & Performance
We’re not a general PT clinic. We’re runner specialists. Our treatment plans are built to keep you running whenever possible while addressing the root cause of shin pain.
Comprehensive Assessment — We look at your running mechanics, strength, foot mobility and training habits to find the real cause of your shin splints.
Hands-On Care + Dry Needling — We use proven techniques to relieve pain, release tight tissues and restore normal function.
Strength & Loading Progression — We rebuild the lower leg’s ability to handle running stress.
Personalized Return-to-Run Plan — We keep you progressing, not just resting.
“After months of struggling with shin splints, the team at Tempo PT showed me the exact exercises and adjustments I needed. I’m running more miles than ever and not worrying about pain”
— Nicole, High School Runner
What Causes Shin Splints in Runners?
Shin splints aren’t just about “bad shoes” or “too much mileage.” Some common contributors include:
Sudden increases in mileage or intensity
Weak calves, feet, and hip stabilizers
Stiff ankles or limited mobility in the foot/ankle complex
Poor running mechanics (excessive pronation or impact loading)
Worn-out shoes or hard running surfaces
Our goal is to identify which of these factors apply to you and build a plan to eliminate them so this injury doesn’t keep coming back. Check out our blog series on shin splints.
Don’t Let Shin Splints Pain Stop Your Training
Shin pain doesn’t have to derail your training plan. The sooner you address it, the faster you’ll get back to pain-free running.
FAQs
Q: What are the first signs of shin splints?
A: It can look different for each runner but typically you will notice pain or tenderness along the front or inside of the shin that worsens during running and eases with rest.
Q: What causes shin splints in runners?
A: Of all the runners in Atlanta that we’ve seen at Tempo PT, the most common cause of shin splints is related to training error, poor footwear or weaknesses in the hips, calves, or feet.
Q: How do you treat shin splints at Tempo PT?
A: We combine soft tissue work, foot and hip strengthening, running form analysis and gradual return-to-running plans to fully resolve pain.
Q: Can shin splints turn into stress fractures?
A: Yes! If left untreated or if you continue to train through shin pain, it is very possible that you can develop a stress fracture. That’s why early evaluation is key. Tempo PT specializes in treating runners in Atlanta to help prevent this from happening.
What’s Next?
Schedule a discovery call with us to see how Tempo PT can help
OR
Fill out a contact request form on our website
Where to find Tempo Physical Therapy & Performance
8601 Dunwoody Pl Bldg 100 Suite 100, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
Located inside FormWell Personal Training
Conveniently located off GA400 (Exit 6-Northridge Rd) & Roswell Rd
Serving runners in Atlanta, Sandy Springs. Roswell, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chamblee, Alpharetta, East Cobb, Midtown, Chastain Park and surrounding areas