If your shins ache after running, jogging, or any other physical activity, you may have shin splints. Shin splints occur when there is acute pain in the shin and lower leg caused by prolonged running, usually on hard surfaces. When the soft tissues of your shins become inflamed, it becomes extremely painful to put any pressure on your feet.
Shin splints can occur if you have flat feet, weak ankle muscles, are not stretching before workouts, or have shoes that don’t offer support. Our doctors at Integrity Foot & Ankle Associates encourage our patients to rest and ice their feet for recovery. Using insoles or our customized orthotics in your shoes can also help to prevent shin splints.
Don’t forget to let your shin splints heal before returning to physical activity and sports. If you return too early, you have a greater chance of injuring yourself permanently.
To schedule an appointment with us and to learn more about all of the services provided at our practice, please visit our website at https://www.integrityfootandankle.com/ or contact us at 440-282-1221. Our office is located at 1740 Cooper Foster Park Road in Lorain Ohio.
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