背景/目的胫骨内侧应激综合征(MTSS),也称为“胫骨夹板”,最常被描述为沿着胫骨(胫骨)的劳累性腿部疼痛,这是由于肌肉的炎症而发生的,肌腱,和这个区域的骨组织。这项研究旨在评估患病率,危险因素,以及它们与MTSS发展的联系,以及在沙特普通人群中减轻疼痛和改善功能的有效治疗方法。材料和方法本横断面研究通过电子调查在三个月的时间内对沙特阿拉伯的普通人群进行。443名患者的研究样本被认为并考虑。该研究包括来自沙特阿拉伯18岁以上普通人群的参与者。在获得机构研究伦理批准后,向参与者提供了结构化的自我回答问卷。结果在443名参与者中,大多数是男性(n=228,51.5%),18-29岁(n=227,51.2%),居住在沙特阿拉伯中部地区(n=398,89.8%)。大多数参与者报告从事体育活动(n=211,47.6%),高强度训练最常见(n=93,44.1%)。只有一小部分(n=8,1.8%)报告了MTSS的先前诊断。分析显示MTSS患病率与某些人口统计学因素之间存在关联,包括步行表面偏好和参与特定运动。MTSS的治疗策略包括休息,冰的应用,物理治疗,和止痛药,参与者的满意度和复发率不同。结论该研究为患病率提供了有价值的见解,危险因素,管理,以及与沙特普通人群中的MTSS有关的预防措施。虽然某些人口统计因素和运动习惯与MTSS患病率相关,有效的治疗选择,如休息,物理治疗,和适当的鞋类报告。此外,坚持伸展等预防措施,适当的鞋类选择,逐步的培训进展可能有助于降低MTSS开发的风险。
Background/aims Medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), also known as \"shin splint\", is most often described as exertional leg pain along the shinbone (tibia), which occurs due to the inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue in this area. This study aims to assess the prevalence, risk factors, and their association with the development of MTSS, as well as the effective treatments that reduce pain and improve functions among the Saudi general population. Materials and method The present cross-sectional study was conducted on the general population of Saudi Arabia through an electronic survey over a period of three months. The study sample of 443 patients was deemed and considered. The study included participants from the general population in Saudi Arabia above the age of 18. A structured self-response questionnaire was given to the participants after institutional research ethical approval was obtained for the study. Results Among the 443 participants, the majority were male (n = 228, 51.5%), aged 18-29 (n = 227, 51.2%), and residing in the central region of Saudi Arabia (n = 398, 89.8%). Most participants reported engaging in sporting activities (n = 211, 47.6%), with high-intensity training being the most common (n = 93, 44.1%). Only a small proportion (n = 8, 1.8%) reported a previous diagnosis of MTSS. Analysis revealed associations between MTSS prevalence and certain demographic factors, including walking surface preferences and engagement in specific sports. Treatment strategies for MTSS included rest, ice application, physiotherapy, and pain-relieving medication, with varying degrees of satisfaction and recurrence rates among participants. Conclusion The study provides valuable insights into the prevalence, risk factors, management, and preventive measures related to MTSS among the Saudi general population. While certain demographic factors and exercise practices were associated with MTSS prevalence, effective treatment options such as rest, physiotherapy, and appropriate footwear were reported. Moreover, adherence to preventive measures such as stretching, proper footwear selection, and gradual training progression may help mitigate the risk of MTSS development.