admin Posted December 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 3, 2014 you ask, we deliver! We consulted an expert and got some helpful tips. Hope this helps! http://www.zenlabsfitness.com/5-ways-deal-shin-splints/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdbeachgirl Posted December 4, 2014 Report Share Posted December 4, 2014 What is foam rolling? Foam rolling is...in a word...torture LOL But it's good torture. You use a cylindrical piece of foam and roll on it on various parts of your body, like along your IT band (side of your leg), quads, etc. I say it's torture because I have very tight areas that NEED the foam rolling, and I'm kind of a wimp when it comes to the actual rolling. Amazon has them and so do most sporting goods stores. Here's an example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yungbuck73 Posted May 20, 2015 Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 Can anyone help? I have been getting pain on the outside of my lower legs. Not the shin and not the calf on the outside. It really was bad today. Any suggestions or advice is greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisariegle Posted May 26, 2015 Report Share Posted May 26, 2015 Had anyone ever tried either k-tape or compression sleeves? I am curious and wanting to try one along with new shoes! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisariegle Posted May 26, 2015 Report Share Posted May 26, 2015 I just started using ptex compression sleeves...so far a little relief... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizie88 Posted August 22, 2015 Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 I have used KT tape and it has done wonders. Also, make sure you do do some good stretched for them. I'm also a huge fan of taping. I didn't understand initially how it would help, but once I used it, it made a huge difference. It gives so much extra support without the bulkiness of a wrap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarottee Posted December 30, 2015 Report Share Posted December 30, 2015 The dreaded shin splints. We've all had them. Which running technique/stretches has helped you the most to overcome this painful condition? I found this great YouTube video with some yoga exercises which have helped, not easy the first time as they hurt quite a bit but it has helped so the 2nd session should be easier! Have a try https://youtu.be/bcS0laA_4mc Hope it helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maretacheney Posted January 5, 2016 Report Share Posted January 5, 2016 Im currently training for a 5k. I do run and have been running for a while. Just really starting to get back into it again. I have been getting some intense pain on my right leg just above the inner ankle bone, is this consider shin splints? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizie88 Posted January 6, 2016 Report Share Posted January 6, 2016 Im currently training for a 5k. I do run and have been running for a while. Just really starting to get back into it again. I have been getting some intense pain on my right leg just above the inner ankle bone, is this consider shin splints? Hi. That sounds like 'Tibialis Anterior Tendonitis'. Shin splints are a little higher up and usually right on the shin. I've included a link that will show you a few pictures so see if it is that. http://kingbrand.com/Tibialis-Anterior-Tendonitis.php?REF=46PV0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SongMom Posted January 24, 2016 Report Share Posted January 24, 2016 If I've had severe lower leg pain (not sure if it's technically shin splints), how long should I wait before I run again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SongMom Posted January 24, 2016 Report Share Posted January 24, 2016 If I've had severe lower leg pain (not sure if it's technically shin splints), how long should I wait before I run again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maretacheney Posted January 24, 2016 Report Share Posted January 24, 2016 Drink tons of water today! I've and then hot temp, elvatate it. Try to stay off it all day today and tomorrow. Because you have been running every day, your body is telling you it needs a day to rest. Trust me, your body will thank you the next time you run. You'll see a big difference in comfort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maretacheney Posted January 24, 2016 Report Share Posted January 24, 2016 Ice* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizie88 Posted January 26, 2016 Report Share Posted January 26, 2016 If I've had severe lower leg pain (not sure if it's technically shin splints), how long should I wait before I run again? I would definitely wait until that pain subsides. Pain is a pretty good indicator that the area is inflamed. I agree (above), ice it and elevate it. And really try to rest it as much as you can. You don't want to overdo it and cause more damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SongMom Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Sorry, don't know how that posted twice... anyway... My legs are doing better when I walk but not when I try to run. It's been a week. Should I still be icing them? I rest as much as I can, even reducing walking, but I don't want to just sit with my legs elevated all day. SongMom 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizie88 Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Sorry, don't know how that posted twice... anyway... My legs are doing better when I walk but not when I try to run. It's been a week. Should I still be icing them? I rest as much as I can, even reducing walking, but I don't want to just sit with my legs elevated all day. At this point I would only ice after activity (even your walks). You want to make sure you get down any inflammation that might arise from being on it, but you also don't want to be constantly constricting the blood flow (now that the initial staging of icing is done). Have you thought about maybe taping the area for extra support? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SongMom Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 I have been using compression sleeves but they don't seem to be doing much. Do you mean KT tape? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizie88 Posted February 3, 2016 Report Share Posted February 3, 2016 I have been using compression sleeves but they don't seem to be doing much. Do you mean KT tape? I used what is called KB Tape. It is medical grade and is bio-compatible with no toxic glue/adhesive. I have sensitive skin so that was something that interested me. http://kingbrand.com/KB-Support-Tape.php?REF=46PV173.254 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torus_ot Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 Long time ago I got good advice from my roommate (good athlete) how to prevent SS: 1) Run on softer ground as much as possible (avoid hard pavement) . 2) Use shorter stride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bskp04 Posted July 29, 2016 Report Share Posted July 29, 2016 I suffered from shin splints for a while....use to just push through the pain but recently found out shin splints are a consequence of poor foot fall and form. After some research and talking to a few runner friends I found Hoka One One Conquest Running Shoes. They are a bit ugly but function over beauty wins. They were just over $100 online and were rated #1 shoe for shin splints. I just started training again using the C25K app and have completed week 1, running every other day. So far shin splints have not been an issue and the shoes are comfy. They run very true to size if not a tad smaller. I were a 7 in Nikes and a 6 in these. Maizie88 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizie88 Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 I suffered from shin splints for a while....use to just push through the pain but recently found out shin splints are a consequence of poor foot fall and form. After some research and talking to a few runner friends I found Hoka One One Conquest Running Shoes. They are a bit ugly but function over beauty wins. They were just over $100 online and were rated #1 shoe for shin splints. I just started training again using the C25K app and have completed week 1, running every other day. So far shin splints have not been an issue and the shoes are comfy. They run very true to size if not a tad smaller. I were a 7 in Nikes and a 6 in these. Great info. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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