I have severe pain in my shins when any pressure is put on them, ie, my six pound cat steps on my shins and it causes excruciating pain. This has been continuous as long as I can remember and is getting worse as I get older. I have no discoloration, no swelling, no varicose viens. I am however overweight and have knee, joint problems, as well as two herniated disks, the last lumbar and the first sacral vertebral discs.
Hi, Thank you for providing the brief history of you. As you have issues with knee joint, herniated discs etc., you need a thorough neuromuscular assessment. As the pain applied due to pressure is related to your neuropathic pain and needs attention. Due to muscle weakness, any pressure applied on the area can lead to pain and aches. Also, shin is the area where it is more of a skinny region and only the fascia is present. Undergoing a physical therapy for your knee joint and herniated disc should help you regain the full functional mobility. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor.