What exactly are shin splints and what are you supposed to do about them?

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Are you supposed to get shin splints when running?

because so far I havent ...and I know they are painful and not something one would want...but am I not getting them because im not running hard enough...because Im starting track next ...show more

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Don't listen to these buffoons, they're all talk and no experience. I used to get shin splints all the...

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Yes, the pain of shin splints is characteristically located on the outer edge of the mid region of the...

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Shin splints cause pain in the front of the outer leg below the knee. The pain of shin splints is characteristically...

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Ice the shins once a day. Leave ice on for 20 minutes, off for 40, repeating this pattern 3 times in...

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I don't know about rubbing, but the best remedy is to ice the area and get plenty of rest.

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In extreme cases there could be swelling, bruising or lumps. Go see a doctor if you're worried about...

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Yes, I'd say that is one thing that could cause pain.

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Help with shin splints? i think?

so im in the process of doing the insanity workouts which was great at first but after the 2nd week i got what i think are shin splints (sharp pains in the shin area) and was wondering if anyone knows how i can help this (i know stretching is supposed...

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I get shin splints from dancing sometimes, but to me they feel more like bruising on the inside of my...

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Is there any way I can get surgery for shin splints?

I've had shin splints for a year!!!!!! I've done every possible treatment any of you can throw out at me.... so don't even try..... I've even gone up to taking a month off at a time and they continue to come back..... I'VE HAD ENOUGH OF THESE SHIN SPLINTS...

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eh...seems kind of extreme. i know you said you tried all the treatments, but in my experiences walking...

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