Can you get a hernia in your shin?

Tibialis anterior hernia incidence The most commonly diagnosed muscle herniation is of the tibialis anterior (TA)(9-12). Herniation at this location is likely because the fascia of the tibialis anterior is weak and vulnerable to trauma(13).

How do you treat a shin hernia?

There is no ideal treatment for muscle herniations described in the literature. Most hernias are asymptomatic and require only reassurance. Mildly symptomatic hernias are treated conservatively with rest, restriction of exercise and the use of compression stockings.

What is a lower leg hernia?

Tibialis anterior muscle herniation is the most common type of skeletal muscle herniation of the lower legs. The treatment of muscle herniation relies on the patient’s symptoms. For patients with chronic large fascial defects, fascial grafting with synthetic mesh can be considered.

Can a herniated muscle heal itself?

The hernia won’t heal on its own. If your hernia does not bother you, most likely you can wait to have surgery. Your hernia may get worse, but it may not. Over time, hernias tend to get bigger as the muscle wall of the belly gets weaker and more tissue bulges through.

What causes pain in the tibialis anterior muscle?

Causes of Tibialis Anterior Muscle Strain Overusing the muscles. Tear or injury to the anterior tibialis muscle. Walking style. Arch collapse that can overwork the anterior tibialis muscle.

What is a fascia hernia?

The protrusion of muscle through a discontinuity in the connective tissue surrounding the muscle. The protrusion occurs when pressure increases in the muscle. It is sometimes painful. A fascial hernia commonly affects the tibialis anterior muscle in the lower leg.

How do you tell if it’s a hernia or pulled muscle?

A pulled abdominal muscle can cause mild pain or sudden sharp pain, which may be aggravated by coughing, laughing and sneezing in a consistent area. Hernias don’t usually cause pain initially. But as they grow, they can cause discomfort that many people describe as ‘achy or heavy.