What should I do about shin splints? The solution.
Posted on | July 8, 2008 | 3 Comments
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Shin splints is an annoying little rascal. Very common in runners it springs up due to muscular imbalance created – calf overuse and shin underuse.
Generally rest used as a treatment for shin splints but in my opinion it is not enough. Why? Rest alone does not address muscular imbalance created. The second you will start running again – your old friend(shin splints) will pay you a visit.
What do to:
If you currently have shin splints, take a little break from running.
As I mentioned before, rest alone is not enough. We must re-balance the lower leg region.
The exercise for the job is simple, yet effective – Foot Circles.
Do the exercise 2-3 times a day. One set at a time.
Start with 40 circles right, 40 circles left, 40 point and flexes(all done on one leg without any rest in between). Work your way to 100. (If 40 is way too much, listen for your body and start at 20)
What have worked for you when dealing with shin splints?
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July 9th, 2008 @ 4:03 am
Barefoot running cured my shin splints. Less impact, more natural muscle movement, I am not sure what it was, but I haven’t had any issues with the splints since I started.
July 9th, 2008 @ 7:34 pm
@ntaylor0909
Bare foot therapy(apparently there is such thing!) is very effective in solving/treating/relieving postural misalignments, chronic pain and muscular imbalances.
Feet are very sensitive. As we walk barefoot, the way we walk changes quite a bit, when compared to regular shoe-walking. Body gets a lot more feedback and is able to engage muscles in a different way(safe, efficient way as well).
There is a shoe company that is gaining momentum(Vibram Five Fingers) that’s worth checking out.
They have some compelling research on their site.
July 15th, 2008 @ 7:50 pm
One other thing to consider is your shoes! Not all, but many people get shin splits because they went to a general store and purchased a generic shoe without getting one specifically suited to them and their needs.
Again, not all cases are this way but if you ensure the shoes you are wearing are tailored specifically to you and your needs, you’ll reduce the risk of getting those nasty shin splints.