I'm running cross country currently. Wondering the best/fast way to cure shin splints. I want to get back to running as soon as possible. Stretches/treatments?
2007-10-01 12:51:19 · 6 answers · asked by Aileen L 1 in Sports ➔ Running
shin splints are no fun at all.
i'm also on cross country and almost every member on my team has suffered from shin splints. if they can survive, so can you :]
++ well, the easiest cure would be to take rest. but i understand that that may not be an option. so try taking motrin or tylonoll before practice.
++ elevate you're foot as much as possible! when you sleep, put atleast 4 or 5 pillows under the foot//feet that hurt. or when ur watching tv, jjust put ur foot on a chair, with some pillows under. just try making sure that ur foot is above ur heart!
++ the fastestt healer would be to ice your shins. ice them whenever possible. this helps everyone the most.
++ if you want to stregthen your shins, try this excersice. sit on a chair with your feet dangaling. spell out the abc's as many times as u can with ur toes. you should feel the burn! lol
i hope you get better!!
email me if u have any questionss.
2007-10-01 13:09:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Best way to treat Shin splints?
I'm running cross country currently. Wondering the best/fast way to cure shin splints. I want to get back to running as soon as possible. Stretches/treatments?
2015-08-18 15:59:35 · answer #3 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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. Good Luck
2007-10-01 14:53:45 · answer #4 · answered by snvffy 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Whether you're running after a soccer ball, jogging around the neighborhood park or training for a marathon, you're at risk of running-related injuries. One of the most common injuries is shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome).
The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the shinbone (tibia) — the large bone in the front of your lower leg. The pain is the result of an overload on the shinbone and the connective tissues that attach your muscles to the bone.
Shin splints are common among runners and other athletes. But the risk of shin splints is no reason to give up your morning jog or afternoon aerobics class. Most cases of shin splints can be treated with rest, ice and other self-care measures — and wearing proper footwear and modifying your exercise routine can help prevent shin splints from recurring.
* Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort — but don't give up all physical activity. While you're healing, try low-impact exercises, such as swimming, bicycling or water running. If your shin pain causes you to limp, consider using crutches until you can walk normally without pain.
* Ice the affected area. Apply ice packs to the affected shin for 15 to 20 minutes at a time, four times a day for several days. To protect your skin, wrap the ice packs in a thin towel.
* Reduce swelling. Elevate the affected shin above the level of your heart, especially at night. It may also help to compress the area with an elastic bandage or compression sleeve. Loosen the wrap if the pain increases, the area becomes numb or swelling occurs below the wrapped area.
* Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Try ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), naproxen (Aleve) or aspirin to reduce pain and inflammation.
* Wear proper shoes. Your doctor may recommend a shoe that's especially suited for your foot type, your stride and your particular sport.
* Consider arch supports. Arch supports can help cushion and disperse stress on your shinbones. Off-the-shelf arch supports come in various sizes and can be fitted immediately. More durable arch supports can be custom-made from a plaster cast of your foot.
2007-10-01 13:59:42 · answer #5 · answered by Thierry Henry Fan 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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!
2014-09-16 09:12:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to rest your legs.I know its hard but if you don't let them heal you are in danger of never running again. While you are recovering.try out some new exercises.
2007-10-01 12:54:07 · answer #7 · answered by Ellie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well dont stop running i can tell u that, tape them up and then ice them when ur done doing urprac. for 10 min. do that evrytime that u run and they will soon go away
i hated getting them they hurt and they suck lol
2007-10-01 12:58:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I get those all the time in baseball. I just tape em' up and im good to go
2007-10-01 12:53:49 · answer #9 · answered by Cameron W 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋