Why do my shins hurt so bad?

Question

I m 20 years old... hate running but I do play basketball on occasion and volleyball alot... I also jump pretty high but my shins dont hurt any oher time but after im done playing and have sat down for about 5-10 mins

Answer 1

shin splints.... * Rest. The sooner you rest the sooner it will heal.
* Apply ice or cold therapy in the early stages when it is very painful. Cold therapy reduces pain and inflammation. Cold therapy can be applied. More information about cryotherapy or ice application can be see in shin splints rehabilitation. Click for more detailed information about cold therapy.
* Wear shock absorbing insoles in shoes.
* Maintain fitness with other non weight bearing exercises.
* Apply heat and use a heat retainer or shin and calf support after the initial acute stage and particularly before training. This can provide support and compression to the lower leg helping to reduce the strain on the muscles. It will also retain the bodies natural heat. Heat causes blood vessels to dilate and increases the flow of blood to the tissues.
* Visit a sports injury clinic for treatment and rehabilitation.

Answer 2

I agree with the shin splints call. You really have to get on top of shin splints because they can develop into chronic inflammation that is extremely difficult to get rid of. When the problem flares up, use ice for 20 minutes, take ibuprofen or Alleve around the clock until the inflammation subsides, and don't do any activities that aggravate the problem until it clears up. Then, you need to start stretching regularly to keep the problem from reoccurring.