recommend any good running shoes for shin splints?

Question

i've had them for months and im looking to buy a new pair of running shoes... hoping that it will eliminate the problem! thanks so much to those who answer!!

Answer 1

This is hopefully the first of many monthly articles contributed to my friends at Running Unlimited in Palatine and to all of you runners out there- recreational or competitive, senior citizen or high school age. Running is not just a sport; it can be a way of life. Unfortunately, there can, and always will be, injuries which occur throughout your life as a result of participation. By becoming more knowledgeable about ways to prevent and recognize injuries and conditions, you'll be spending more time on the road and less time on the couch! First off, here in the Midwest, we have been blessed by some tremendous running weather over the past few weeks. Unfortunately, it will soon be getting colder. Remind yourself a longer period of time is needed for adequate warm up of your muscle/tendon tissues. Don't neglect to do the basics to help you enjoy a healthy fall running season. Now, the article...

With the colder weather conditions, increases in training regimens, variations of training surfaces, or biomechanical abnormalities, pain along the inside of the lower shins may develop. Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin Splints) accounts for 10% - 15% of running injuries. Although the exact causes of this condition are unknown, it is believed a variety of factors, such as involved.

When shin pain the ones listed previously, may be arrives, one must look at what varying factors are at play. Are you just beginning running? Are your shoes over-worn? Are you over-training? Do you have flat feet? If you do, you simply may need new shoes or even orthopedic inserts (Orthotics). Each of these factors must be questioned, and by deductive reasoning, figure out which changes can be made.

Next, it is imperative to begin treating yourself for the pain and inflammation. Applying ice packs to the affected area three to four times each day, especially immediately following a workout, seems to help. It is also advised that you alter your workouts by either 1) Shortening the duration and reducing the intensity of the workouts, and/or 2) changing the training surface to grass or a cushioned track. With permission from parents or your physician, antiinflammatories such as Ibuprofen may help decrease the pain and inflammation as well. If pain persists with no improvements regardless of training changes and proper treatments, a visit to the physician is in order to rule out a stress fracture or other serious condition.

As with any injury, the best form of treatment is prevention! Obtaining a properly fitted shoe and/or insert is the first and most important step. Going through a complete warm up procedure which includes stretches of the ankle and lower leg musculature should be the norm. Vary days of your heavy and light workouts, and follow each with a cool down and stretching session. Preventative icing or cold whirlpool treatments following a heavy workout may help as well. Good luck, and until next time, keep on truckin'!

This is the best advice you'll ever get regarding running shoes. Go to a REAL running store and tell them just what you wrote here. Now, I'm not talking about a store in the mall that has guys that dress like referees or about "big box" sporting goods stores. I mean stores that ONLY cater to runners. They have the knowledge, the experience, and the selection to get you what you need.
These good folks will be able to tell what sort of foot strike and gait you have. Bring your old shoes and they can analyze the wear pattern. They'll even watch you walk and run to get a better idea.

And, you shouldn't expect to pay much more than you would at a mall store. Heck, with a budget of $130, you can get the top of the line. But, usually you should expect to spend between $75 and $100.

Answer 2

Stop Shin Splints Forever?

Answer 3

Shin splints are caused by muscle imbalance. Calf strong, shin weak. The way to correct this is to strengthen the muscles at the front of the legs. Lie face down in bed with your toes hanging over the edge. Pull your toes upward against the resistance of the mattress. Try to work up to 3 or 4 sets of 5 – 10 reps each.

Yes, investing in good running shoes is a MUST. I prefer Saucony or Asics, but it mostly depends on the kind of foot you have.

Good Luck

Answer 4

If you can get to a shoe store that specializes in running shoes, they are better at looking at your running form and recommending a shoe for you.
Fleet Feet is a chain of stores around the country, but there are many stores owned and worked in by runners. They can watch the the way your foot and ankle react when they land and decide if you need a motion control or stability shoe.

That was my problem. When I ran, my foot and ankle would roll to the inside, pulling on the tendons on the shin. When I got motion control shoes, the problem was fixed.

Answer 5

You really need to read "Stop Shin Splints" by Gary Buchenic (also available in electronic format here: http://www.shinsplintscure.org ). It's about how to permanently cure your shin splints naturally. Worked for me and for thousands of people. Good luck!

Answer 6

asics are the BEST running shoes. I've never got shin splints while wearing them!

Answer 7

Good to a sports shoe store, they'll fit you with the appropriate shoes you require.

Answer 8

Asics, once I tried them I have not gone back to any other company's running shoes.

Answer 9

Yes stop running on hard pavement and run on a track.

Answer 10

no