Do you feel a burning and tightness in the shins when you run, play sports or even just walk long distances? If yes, you are more than likely suffering with shin splints.
Although this injury is mostly associated with athletes and endurance runners, almost anyone can experience shin splints at some point during their lifetime.
Here at Waverley Foot Clinic Farnham, we provide bespoke treatments for shin splints and will work with you to create a personal recovery plan that will help you learn how to recover from shin splints in the long term.
There are several signs that indicate you may be suffering from shin splints, although the severity of each person’s symptoms can vary. These include:
Shin splints are an extremely common sports injury that may be caused by:
It is important to know that everyone can experience both tight calves and pain in this muscle group during exercise. Discovering what helps shin splints will enable you to be able to enjoy being physically active while minimising your risk of pain or injury.
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