shin 1 of 2 noun ˈshin : the front part of the leg below the knee shin 2 of 2 verb shinned; shinning : shinny

Dec 1, 2025 · Shin pain usually develops gradually. Causes include shin splints or medial tibial stress syndrome, stress fractures and compartment syndrome.

Jun 23, 2025 · Shin splints are caused by stress on your shinbone and the connective tissues that attach muscles to your bones, causing inflammation and pain in the shins.

Aug 19, 2025 · The shin is the front part of the lower leg, fundamental for movement and supporting body weight. It plays a significant role in everyday activities like walking, running, and jumping.

shin (ʃɪn) n (Letters of the Alphabet (Foreign)) the 21st letter in the Hebrew alphabet (ש), transliterated as sh [from Hebrew shīn, literally: tooth]

to climb (a pole or the like) by holding fast with the legs after drawing oneself up with the hands: [no object] to shin up a tree. [~ + object] liked to shin the trees in their backyard.

Your shin is the front part of your leg between your knee and ankle. He banged his shin on the table leg.

After banging a shin on the low stone wall that encircles the flagstone patio, I finally reached the back door. I felt a sharp kicking at my left shin. She took a step down and missed the next rung - plunging …

Jun 25, 2025 · Explore the anatomy and function of muscles on the shin bone. Learn how these muscles support movement and stability in the lower leg.

Learn how shin pain is diagnosed and treated, and how Sword Health supports recovery using evidence based digital physical therapy.