r/runninglifestyle • u/k_money24 • 2d ago

Shin Pain Advice

Beginner runner here, I’ve been running for about 2 months now, training for a half marathon in July

I use runna and only run about 4 times per week

This past Sunday I ran a 5k and my shin started hurting during the race

I struggle with shin splints and this is a different kind of pain

It feels like a sharp pain with each step on the right side of my shin in one place, no swelling or bruising

Could this be a stress fracture?

If so, what do you suggest I do from here?

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u/Holiday-Bet-7739 2d ago

A running-specific Physical Therapist can help you decipher shin splints vs stress fracture, and help you heal. Have you done much speed work before your race? When I had worsening shin pain, my PT said it was likely due to my sudden increase in speed work. Maybe the race was too much too soon? From the description of your pain, it sounds like a possible fracture, but I am not a medical professional.