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Shin Splints Treatment

Whether you’ve never had them before or you’ve had shin splints in the past and want to avoid them in the future, there are a few things you can do to reduce your risk of developing shin splints:

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• Always increase activity levels gradually – Whether you’re new to fitness or an experienced athlete, make sure you increase your activity levels in a controlled, gradual way. If you overdo it, you’re more likely to get shin splints or injure yourself in some other way.
  
  
• Listen to your body, don’t “push through pain” – Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something is wrong. If your legs (or any other part of your body) is hurting after exercise and something doesn’t feel right, you should get help from a medical professional, such as the team at Thrive Wellness Center. We can get to the bottom of the issue, and make sure that you get the treatment you need to get back to your active lifestyle.
  
  
• Replace your athletic shoes regularly – Worn-out shoes don’t offer proper support or padding when you run and jump. Athletic shoes should be replaced about every year. Running shoes, in particular, should usually be worn for no more than 400-500 miles.
  
  
• Exercise on softer surfaces – Instead of always running or exercising on asphalt or on a track, consider running in the grass, on a trail, or in a field instead. Exercising on softer surfaces can help reduce impact, which lowers your risk of shin splints.
  
  
• Stay at a healthy weight – The more you weigh, the more stress is placed on your joints, bones, and muscles when you exercise. Everyone’s goals and fitness levels are different, of course. But staying at a healthy weight can help reduce your risk of shin splints, and improves your overall athletic performance, too.