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So, i have been told by more then one specialits and doctor that really the only thing that i can do for my shin splints are to not walk, or do anything with heavy impact. Also they mention iceing them, and taking advil.

Is that true? if not, does anyone know of anything that would help?

Shin splints is a vague term that means you have pain along your shins. Did they do any tests to determine if it's swollen muscle but no bone damage (yet), or if it's periostitis (inflamed surface of the bone) or if it's a stress fracture? When I had that I decided against testing because the treatment is pretty much the same. Rest, ice,antiinflammatories. The other thing that helped me but only worked because the problem was quite low down on my shin, was wearing an aircast splint. I was also told not to start running again until I had been 2 weeks painfree with walking and regular daily non-athletic activities. That was more than 20 yrs ago and I've never had aproblem since. Good luck! Jo

thank you!

Hope you are over your shin splints! Jo