periosteum meaning - #7111

I recently injured my shin while playing soccer, and my doctor mentioned something about the periosteum being affected. I didn’t really understand what that meant at the time, but now I’m curious—what is the exact periosteum meaning, and why is it important? From what I read, the periosteum is a thin layer that covers the bones. But what does it actually do? Is it just a protective layer, or does it help with healing and bone growth? My doctor said that injuries involving the periosteum can be painful—does that mean it has a lot of nerve endings? Since my injury, I’ve been experiencing sharp pain in the area when I touch it. Is that because the periosteum is inflamed? How long does it take for the periosteum to heal after an injury? Also, is there anything I can do to speed up the healing process, like using ice, heat, or certain supplements? I also read that the periosteum plays a role in fractures. If someone breaks a bone, does the periosteum help repair it, or does it just hold everything together? What happens if the periosteum is damaged badly—does it regenerate, or is the damage permanent? Another thing I want to know is whether conditions like shin splints or stress fractures are related to periosteum inflammation. I’ve had shin pain before, and now I’m wondering if that was actually an issue with the periosteum rather than just muscle soreness. If anyone else has had an injury involving the periosteum, how long did it take to recover? Was there anything that helped with the pain or made the healing process easier?