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To date, there is limited evidence to support our current treatment and interventions for MTSS. However, most studies support rest, ice, and analgesics in the acute phase. Many experts also recommend modifying the training routine, stretching, and strengthening the lower extremity, wearing appropriate footwear, using orthotics and manual therapy to correct biomechanical abnormalities, and gradually return to activity. ESWT, injections, and acupuncture are commonly used for other lower extremity tendinopathies with some success, but little current objective evidence exists for their role in MTSS. Ultimately, there is increased need for high-quality investigative study of conservative treatment options for this common condition, including potentially useful tools not yet thoroughly studied.

ESSENTIAL LITERATURE

TREATMENT OF MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME ACCORDING TO THE FASCIAL DISTORTION MODEL: A PROSPECTIVE CASE CONTROL STUDY
Schulze et. al. 2014
Conclusion:
The results of this clinical study show that the treatment method according to the fascial distortion model is a quick and effective option to relieve patients of pain and restore their exercise tolerance.Because of the small number of patients in our present pilot study associated with a missing control group and a short follow-up period with the patients the interpretation of the results is limited. Further comparative studies, including long-term observation and consideration of duration of the symptoms, should be conducted to demonstrate the superiority of the fascial distortion model to alternative therapies.

RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME IN RUNNERS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS
Newman et. al. 2013 
Conclusion:
Female gender, previous history of MTSS, fewer years of running experience, orthotic use, increased body mass index, increased navicular drop, and increased external rotation hip range of motion in males are all significantly associated with an increased risk of developing MTSS. Future studies should analyze males and females separately because risk factors vary by gender. A continuum model of the development of MTSS that links the identified risk factors and known processes is proposed. These data can inform both screening and countermeasures for the prevention of MTSS in runners.

TREATMENT OF MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Winters et. al 2013
Conclusion:
None of the studies are sufficiently free from methodological bias to recommend any of the treatments investigated. Of those examined,extracorporeal shockwave therapy appears to have the most promise.

MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME
Reshef et.al. 2012
Conclusion:
Conservative treatment is almost always successful and includes several options; though none has proven more superior to rest. Prevention programs do not seem to influence the rate of MTSS, though shock-absorbing insoles have reduced MTSS rates in military personnel, and ESWT has shortened the duration of symptoms. Surgery is rarely indicated but has shown some promising results in patients who have not responded to all conservative options.

MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME: A CRITICAL REVIEW
Moen et.al. 2009
Conclusion:
The prevalence of abnormal findings in asymptomatic subjects means that results should be interpreted with caution. Excessive pronation of the foot while standing and female sex were found to be intrinsic risk factors in multiple prospective studies. Other intrinsic risk factors found in single prospective studies are higher body mass index, greater internal and external ranges of hip motion, and calf girth. Previous history of MTSS was shown to be an extrinsic risk factor. The treatment of MTSS has been examined in three randomized controlled studies. In these studies rest is equal to any intervention. The use of neoprene or semi-rigid orthotics may help prevent MTSS, as evidenced by two large prospective studies.

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MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME: CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT OPTIONS
Galbraith et. al. 2009
Conclusion:
To date, there is limited evidence to support our current treatment and interventions for MTSS. However, most studies support rest, ice, and analgesics in the acute phase. Many experts also recommend modifying the training routine, stretching, and strengthening the lower extremity, wearing appropriate footwear, using orthotics and manual therapy to correct biomechanical abnormalities, and gradually return to activity. ESWT, injections, and acupuncture are commonly used for other lower extremity tendinopathies with some success, but little current objective evidence exists for their role in MTSS. Ultimately, there is increased need for high-quality investigative study of conservative treatment options for this common condition, including potentially useful tools not yet thoroughly studied.

CURRENT DEVELOPMENTS CONCERNING MEDIAL TIBIAL STRESS SYNDROME
Craig et. al. 2009
Conclusion:
There have been few randomized controlled trials investigating treatment options for athletes with MTSS. Those that have been performed rendered no significant findings, leading researchers to conclude that rest is equal to or better than other treatment options