This, I don't need

[red_thorn]

If someone can tell me how to get rid of shin splints, I'd be your friend forever

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[shytalon]

Ahh... Shin Splints. I was a distance runner, so I know the pain.

First off, ice those puppies like there's no tomorrow. Anyone who says to use heat is a lying cyborg. Heat will just relax the muscles, which makes them feel better, but does nothing to heal the splint.

When you actually have to move around, or are finished icing, wrap your calves tightly. It'll feel weird to walk like that, and you won't have much flexibility, but it'll give the support needed to get rid of them. Either an ace bandage or prewrap and tape - both work.

[red_thorn]

What does this mean for running? People are telling me that I have to stop for a couple weeks until they heal. *sniff*

And what can I do to avoid them in the future?

[shytalon]

I don't know about them, but I always got my shin splints at the beginning of track season, and I just fought through them. Just keep icing them down, wrapping them up, and I fogrot to mention before, but take something like ibuprofen to kill the pain, as it also reduces swelling. You'll be a little slower and less-flexible, but mine always healed in a couple of weeks, and I was still able to run the entire time.

As for avoiding them, well... Get something with more arch support when you run. I'd suggest Asics-brand running shoes, as they are -perfect-. Lightweight, good support, and very breathable. Also, like always, stretch tons. Other than that, some people are more prone to them than others. *shrugs*

[red_thorn]

I didn't start getting them until I stopped running outside and started running on the indoor track - so I think that might be the issue. Stupid indoor track, we hates it, Precious!

Thanks for the advice. Looks like it's wrapping and icing for me.