I've had this persistent pain in my shins that has kept me from running- or at least from running well or running long distances. This pain flares up anytime I use my calves- even when I simply squat down to tie my shoe. Any time something touches it or the muscles are activated I feel pain as if a stick is dispelling pain straight through my shin. And it hurts.
I thought it could be shoes, but I’ve tried two other pairs from my regulars and it didn’t help. I even have special inserts.
I’ve tried foam rolling. Nothing.
I stretch.
When I run a long distance I run only a little the day before and almost always take the next day off, so I don’t think it’s overuse. My mileage is also the same as it has been for the past two months.
So something hit me and I looked up shin splints (what an idea, right?!). This photo shows the exact place I'm having pain. Uh-oh.
About Shin Splints"The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the shinbone (tibia) — the large bone in the front of your lower leg. The pain is caused by an overload on the shinbone and the connective tissues that attach your muscles to the bone.
The risk of shin splints is no reason to give up your morning jog or afternoon aerobics class. Most cases of shin splints can be treated with rest, ice and other self-care measures — and wearing proper footwear and modifying your exercise routine can help prevent shin splints from recurring."
Running downhill is listed as a cause. My half marathon last month was all bridges. Hmmm...
Treatments for Shin Splints1. Rest
2. Ice the affected area
3. Reduce swelling
4. Take an OTC pain reliever if necessary
5. Wear proper shoes
6. Consider arch supports
Have you dealt with shin splints? PLEASE share with me experiences you’ve had or any ideas that pop into your head. Two weeks before my second half marathon, this is not the time to have part of my body just fail on me.
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