Tibial periostitis: how to relieve it naturally?

It's hard to stay motivated when you feel pain in the first few minutes of training. Identifying the injury, making the right diagnosis and finding a way to soothe the pain so you can get back to your training sessions as soon as possible, can be a sometimes laborious process.

However, there are effective ways of relieving tibial periostitis, and the good news is that some of them are natural.

Here are a few tips to soothe the pain of periostitis and get back to running quickly.

What is periosteum?

Let's start by understanding what the periosteum and its role. The periosteum is a whitish, multi-layered membrane that extends over almost all long bones, but does not cover the articular, tendon or sesamoid surfaces.

The function of the periosteum is to allow the vascularization and bone growth over its entire thickness thanks to its osteoblastic inner layer. The outer and intermediate layers are respectively fibrous and fibroelastic.

This membrane also ensures implantation of tendons and ligaments on bone. The periosteum lines the tibia bone.

Why do people suffer from tibial periostitis?

We speak of tibial periostitis when the periosteum covering the tibia bone becomes inflamed. This is characterized by pain on the inside of the bone, which appears progressively.

Often attributed to running, theinflammation of the periosteum periostitis is not just a problem for runners, since it affects all sporting activities that generate vibrations in the legs, such as soccer, basketball, rugby and so on. In addition to the activity involved, a number of other factors can contribute to periostitis, starting with footwear. Depending on the your foot morphologyYour needs in terms of cushioning and ergonomics are different. Unsuitable sneakers can be the cause of periostitis.

Posture also plays an important role: misalignment of strides, over-pronation of the foot or propulsion and landing on the forefoot increase the risk of inflammation of the periosteum.

Finally static problems such as flat feet valgus, genu varum or genu valgum or a difference in the length of the lower limbs can lead to periostitis.

What are the symptoms of periostitis inflammation?

Gradually, we see the appearance of a very localized pain. Covering an area of 8 to 10 cm on the inside of the tibia, the inflammation becomes increasingly intense. Starting with the moment of exertion, it lasts a few days, then becomes more persistent, until it becomes a constant and very disabling pain. The area is swollen and very sensitive to palpation.

Whatever the symptoms, it is essential to consult a physician at the first sign of injury. Untreated periostitis can develop into a stress fracture.

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How can tibial periostitis be effectively relieved?

Periostitis is not inevitable, and there are ways to prevent it. simple, natural ways to relieve it effectively. Start by correcting external problems, opt for shoes that respect your morphology, adapt your training program and take care to correct your posture. In addition, here are a few tips that will help you get back to training more quickly!

● Cold

Apply ice packs two or three times a day on the wound area. Cryotherapy provides effective pain relief and promotes recovery.

● Physiotherapy

Start with gentle massage and stretching sessions then increase the intensity. These exercises gradually strengthen the muscle area and limit the risk of relapse.

● STIMCARE patches

Applied to specific points, STIMCARE patches provide rapid pain relief. The patches feature eNOsyntex technology, an alloy of natural mineral oxides carefully selected to reflect infrared rays. During inflammation, the body naturally produces infrared rays. By positioning the patches on specific areas, these infrared rays are concentrated and reflected back to the body. stimulate the body's capacities. Microcirculation and oxygenation are optimized, accelerating the cell regeneration process. Accumulated toxins are drained and rapid pain relief. Patches are effective from 3 to 10 days maximum. Follow the tuto : Relieve periosteal discomfort in the tibia

Periostitis is a condition that needs to be considered and treated promptly. STIMCARE patches provide fast, effective, natural pain relief to get back to training in the best possible conditions.