I am a college runner that has developed a hard lump on my shin about 6 inches below my knee. I have had it for 3 years now and was never knowingly injured when it first appeared, although it has always felt at least bruised and at times sharp pain.
Last year I sat out 3 months after a bonescan on the bump came back positive for a fracture. I hoped the time would make it stronger but it is still a problem and I feel my training is limited and I am taking chances by increasing mileage. I feel like another fracture in the same exact spot is right around the corner.
My left leg is a bit shorter than my right and have a heel lift for it. Could this be related?
Anyone else have this problem? If so how did you deal with it?