Periostitis (New Recruit’s Leg): Which Part of the Body Is Affected?
Disease description:
I’ve felt some pain above my groin area for the past three to four days. After examination, I was diagnosed with periostitis and angina pectoris. Which part of the body is affected by “periostitis” (also known as “recruit’s leg”)?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Periostitis, also known as “recruit’s leg,” is more accurately termed tibiofibular periostitis. It occurs along the anterior and medial borders of the distal one-third of the tibia—as well as along the entire fibula—within the periosteal sheath. Patients typically experience localized pain, swelling, and a pricking or stabbing sensation; symptoms markedly worsen after physical activity. Palpation may reveal small, firm nodules ranging in size from rice grains to broad beans at the affected site.
