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Q. I am experiencing fluttering discomfort on the sole of my foot which moves up the leg and is creating a very uncomfortable feeling. Could this be a trapped nerve?

M.L.BY E-MAIL A. Discomfort from nerve irritation or direct pressure could cause these symptoms. Have you had an injury or do you have any other medical conditions? See a good sports physio who may refer you to your GPQ. I am a 33-year-old female who has been running three times a week for over three.

The Sports Health and Injury Clinic is backed by the SFA and Glasgow's three main universities and is open seven days. To contact the clinic call: 0141 616 6161years. I've been plagued with shin pain for as long as I can remember. I've had various shoes, tried insoles and taken Glucosamine. I dread seeing a physio incase they say I shouldn't run.

T.H BY E-MAIL A. Shin pain is very common in people who exercise, especially when running on a hard surface. Shin splints is a description of the pain which comes on with activity and decreases with rest. You should have a joint examination by a good sports physio and a sports podiatrist to identify the cause and try to correct it