i have recently started running track, and i don't know what's wrong, but my legs hurt soo bad on the inside, about 1 1/2 inches above my ankle bone. there are bumps on both and it hurts a lot to touch them. when i ran today, i ran a 400 in a meet. it didn't seem to hurt so much when i went fast, but afterwards, i could barely stand. does anyone have any idea what this is? also, how long would it probably take to heal? would i be out for the rest of the season?
2007-03-08 16:09:15 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Running
Runners get used to pain; the endorphins can mask it after a while! But the bumps concern me a great deal; there should not be irregular bumps on your legs.
I assume you have a coach; has he or she got a brain? If he doesn't get concerned about the bumps you need to see a doctor, preferably not a bookworm doctor but one who has done a sport (big difference).
If your ligaments are balled up, you have to stop running for a couple of weeks to heal properly. Then you need to run slowly for a while, not fast, to let your body get used to the extra workout. You should train by jogging a slow mile or two every other day to gradually strengthen.
It takes about three weeks for your body to adjust to a new workload, and if you push too hard within three weeks you will get hurt. Unless you're deformed, running should not hurt after the first few weeks. But never ignore jopint pain, ligament pain, or sudden deformaties; those are always serious.
It's your body; over time you will get to know the difference between reasonable muscle pain and damage.
2007-03-09 12:55:49 · answer #1 · answered by n0witrytobeamused 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You're okay. If you want to go to the doctor that would not be a bad idea. What you have is a shin splint, it will heal. Answer this, when you run do your legs hit the back of your opposite shin? That could be a reason for the irritation, just ice it and you'll be fine. Step back and take a look at your running form. I get shin splints once and a while and some of the time it has to do with how you run. Specifically the clashing of you foot with the opposite shin in the back.
2007-03-09 10:21:09 · answer #2 · answered by Super Que 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like shin splints to me.. usually caused by over-training, wrong shoes, wrong running posture... there is no way to mitigate the pain unless you rest... some things to consider:
1.) always warm up before training
2.) make sure to stretch your calf muscles (and google "shin splint stretches" - do those)
3.) at the beginning of each class, tap your feet (heel down raise your toes until you feel the shin stretch) 50x
4.) massage your muscles and ice if necessary
5.) write the alphabet with your feet... this strengthens the ankle and neighboring muscles
6.) REST (1-2 weeks will help; ease back into your training)
This is a shitty injury to have as I have had my share; take it easy and don't over-train. During your resting time, be sure to stretch those mucsles... good luck.
2007-03-09 19:49:40 · answer #3 · answered by mrjoh2001 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My friend runs a lot and she gets shin splints. There are braces you can wear..helps to reduce the paine yet helps with the circulation while u run.
Perhaps some icing after ur runs will help..and maybe some muscle pain cream.
2007-03-09 00:16:19 · answer #4 · answered by Shashi.S. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your doctor and get a professional diagnosis. The internet is no place for medical advice lol. You could be risking your entire season depending on the advice of other people rather than a professional. Until you see your doctor, take it easy!
Good luck!!!
2007-03-09 10:23:32 · answer #5 · answered by Kristy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you are OK. It's just a part of training and compteting. But, you know instinctively what is right and what is wrong. The Doc my be the answer. I truly suggest continuing training. But there could be something else 'wrong'. I hope you the best.
2007-03-09 00:15:33 · answer #6 · answered by samaustinashlee_billiewjr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably shin splints, just ice it before and after running, it'll go away once your calf muscle develops (your calf muscles are probably not use to all the pressure) enough to get use too all that pressure of running, and buy running shoes if you aren't using them, buy new ones if your old ones are wearing out... give it like around 1-2 weeks
2007-03-09 00:13:46 · answer #7 · answered by swimmerxc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem, and I found that for whatever reason riding a bicycle helped a lot. It made a tremendous difference ........
2007-03-09 17:36:01 · answer #8 · answered by Dusty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its the running shoes you are wearing it takes time for your legs to adjust just keep up the running they will go .
2007-03-09 00:13:41 · answer #9 · answered by burning brightly 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
go to the dr. and get it checked out and make sure that there is nothing wrong.
2007-03-09 00:17:26 · answer #10 · answered by karen v 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋