Shin pain is usually a result of a condition called medial tibial stress syndrome. More commonly know and referred to as shin splints.

What are the symptoms of shin splints?

Pain along the shin bone.
The shin area is very sore and tender to touch.
The overlying skin may become red and inflamed.
Pain is usually felt shortly after exercise has begun and can take hours to days to settle down.

What causes shin splints?

Overuse- suddenly increasing your exercise routine or attempting to exercise beyond your current level of fitness.
Tight calf and hamstring muscles.
Exercising on an incline or on hard surfaces for a prolonged period of time.
Flat feet can place increased strain on the muscles and tendons that attach to the shin bone.
In correct or old worn out footwear.