Shin splints refer to leg pain between the knee and ankle that is caused by damage or inflammation of those tendons and muscles. It’s important to visit your doctor to rule out fractures if the stress is severe.
Shin splints are generally caused by over-using the involved muscles and tendons through increased exercise or running. However, over-pronation, or excessive bending of the foot, can also be a contributor, since arches that aren’t doing their job properly cause other leg muscles
The shin muscles can also be somewhat alleviated by footwear and choice of surface. Runners who strike heavily with the heel should look for shoes or insoles which provide ample rear foot cushioning. The so-called “neutral” shoes for bio-mechanically efficient runners may not have adequate support in the heel, because the runners for whom these shoes are intended do not require it. Excessive pronation is another cause and can be reduced by the use of orthotic arch supports. Also shoes with cushion shock features and cushioned shoe insoles, such as the Spenco Polysorb Insoles such as the Cross Trainer Insoles, Spenco Polysorb Walker Runner Insoles, and Spenco Total Support Insoles can help prevent future problems.
Topics: orthotic arch supports, over-pronation, spenco cross trainer insoles, Spenco Orthotic Arch Supports, spenco polysorb insoles, spenco total support insoles, spenco walker runner insoles
