How long do they take to go or not notice them so much??
2006-10-30 22:46:10 · 16 answers · asked by brunette1706 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
I'm a runner and was just diagnosed with medial tibial stress syndrome, more commonly referred to as shin splints. I saw an orthopaedist and got x-rays to rule out a stress fracture.
I was advised to rest for a few weeks and to gradually work running back into my exercise routine. I was also advised to:
1. alternate using the stationary bike and elliptical trainer
2. to do non-weight bearing exercises such as strength training
3. add running back into my routine gradually
4. stretch thoroughly after running and ice down lower legs for 15 minutes
5. get fit for orthotics for your normal every day wear shoes
6. get fit for arch supports to put into your running shoes
Also, your running shoes should be specifically designed for responsive cushioning.
2006-11-01 08:21:13 · answer #1 · answered by rjkholliday 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop Shin Splints Forever?
2016-05-18 12:32:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
shin splints are really pain full as a semi pro footballer iv experienced this just the once thank god. my doctor says that most people get pain in the front of the leg just behind the shin due to not waring up properly a proper warm up session is 30min and u must remember to cool down afterwards also about 30min if not then u r tearing little strips from Ur mussel which does hurt take ibuprofen and a weeks rest also if u get this pain when running on hard surface like AstroTurf then get better footwear i recommend Nike air as they are so comfy and soft
2006-10-30 22:56:40 · answer #3 · answered by saf k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shin splints are caused by one of two things. 1) You have two muscles in your calf. (the gastroc and soleus) Most people stretch the gastroc, the calf stretch. Leg straight behind you with your foot flat on the ground or propping you toe up on something infront of you again leg straight and leaning forward. The soleus is hardly ever stretched with the leg straight. If you bend your knee about 30 degree when you stretch your calf you will get both muscles stretched and your shin splints should go away and not come back if you continue to stretch. 2) the tibialis anterior (the muscle on the front and just to the outside of your shin bone isn't being stretched enough or it isn't strong enough and the calf muscles are overpowering it.
2006-10-31 00:10:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got shin splints when I started taking tennis lessons. I thought maybe I was doing something wrong--I found out that I was doing something RIGHT, but just had to cut back on the lessons. It usually takes about 2 weeks for you to feel better. Then, take it easy when doing whatever your activity was, that gave you this condition.
2006-10-30 22:58:25 · answer #5 · answered by Maewest 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This many times occurs in direction of the start of a season? yet once you're taking an ice tub, it would help launch the soreness and stop them from occurring. Shin splints are actually not led to via shoes or something. in basic terms from added tension of choosing up working. I guess you have been engaged on pavement nonetheless, it is why it hurts. in basic terms attempt to ice them, and do calf workouts.
2016-10-03 03:19:42 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeech... painful. I had shin splints, and mine took months to disappear because I didn't seek medical advice and didn't rest. The only way (I think) to cure them is to rest, do some stretches every day, and gradually start your walking/running routine again, making sure to warm up and take it easy at first. They're so painful it's hard to do anything but rest!
2006-10-31 08:05:52 · answer #7 · answered by Sinead C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had shin splints after doing a 60km walk last summer for charity and it hurts like hell so I sympathise whole-heartedly!
Mine were bad for about three days then eased off. Use rest, ice, compression and elevation and they should improve.
Hope they get better soon.
2006-10-30 22:49:46 · answer #8 · answered by Dr Fill 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have. I got 'em in highschool gym class and kept running every day even when it hurt. It took some time before they went away. I felt obligated to keep running on it in gym class because like so many other overweight people sometimes do I felt the pressure of my fat person label which says I am a lazy dude no matter what. I felt my need to kill a stereotype even if I hurt myself at the time.
2006-10-30 22:55:59 · answer #9 · answered by B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ooh, I feel your pain! I have had them a few times and they can go within two or three weeks if you are really careful. Wear good shoes and don't run for a while. When you start again, make sure you ease yourself in on grass and a treadmill before hitting the road again.
Good luck!
2006-10-31 04:45:44 · answer #10 · answered by HJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋