Ben Elliot - Acupuncture & Remedial Sports Massage

09/10/2025

Sometime life gets in the way of looking after yourself. I've just sent out an email to remind patient's who weren't to attend or rebook an appointment over the summer. If you're one of these people, here's your nudge to get back on track. 😊

10/09/2025

https://www.benelliot.co.uk/post/shin-splints-other-types-of-lower-leg-pain-how-to-differentiate-manage-and-treat

In November 2013, I wrote a 'how-to' article for The Acupuncturist magazine on the topic of shin splints. Twelve years on, with more knowledge and experience, I feel it's a good time to give an updated account of shin splints, what other lower leg pain issues can be treated with acupuncture & massage - plus treatment protocols for anyone interested in how I treat these issues.

What Are Shin Splints?
Shin splints is a common term for anterior or medial tibial stress syndrome (ATSS/MTSS). It's a condition that causes pain around the shinbone (tibia). It's often caused by the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, and bone tissue becoming inflamed due to overuse or repetitive stress.

10/09/2025

2013 Shin Splints Article In November 2013, I wrote a 'how-to' article for The Acupuncturist magazine on the topic of shin splints. Twelve years on, with more knowledge and experience, I feel it's a good time to give an updated account of shin splints, what other lower leg pain issues can be treated with acupuncture & massage - plus treatment protocols for anyone interested in how I treat these issues....

2013 Shin Splints Article In November 2013, I wrote a ‘how-to’ article for The Acupuncturist magazine on the topic of shin splints. Twelve years on, with more knowledge and experience, …