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SPORTS INJURIES SHIN SPLINTS
PREVENT SHIN SPLINTS STRETCHING Most athletes know what shin splints are. You are well into your training regime training for your sport, running a couple of miles to build your endurance and stamina and the pain starts. Intensely sharp pains that shoot up your leg every time your foot hits the ground – commonly known to every athlete as shin splints.
When exercising the shins often bear anywhere from one to six times your body weight, placing an incredible amount of stress on them. It’s no wonder they hurt! In most cases you should be able to alleviate the pain by icing the area for 20 minutes, several times a day, and taking a pain reliever such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Rest will speed recovery along. As your body becomes accustomed to the exercise and the burdens placed upon it, your shin splints will disappear. It also helps to wear shoes that are in good condition, providing support to your arches and extra cushioning in the heels. Run on a track or run on grass – the cushioned surface can better absorb the impact. Avoid payment if possible.
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Before you begin running or exercising it will help to stretch your shin muscles with a good calf stretch and heel stretch. If, after two weeks of caring for your shin splints, you are still suffering from pain in your shins you should consult your physician. It may mean that your injury is more serious than a shin splint; you may have a stress fracture. Shin splints, although a common injury among athletes, can be very painful. Take the proper precautions and you should be able to start your training pain-free! |
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