Use a heel lift to reduce jarring, along with arch supports or padding if necessary. Bring back road mileage a mile or two at a time as you ease back to full training. Use orthotics or anti-pronation shoes. Wearing long thick socks will help to avoid the chill when not running, making it easier to warm up the muscle before you do run or walk. Ice and anti-inflammatories can help, but surgery may be required to allow the muscle more room to expand.
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Use non running exercise to maintain muscle tone until you. Concrete is six times harsher to your shin tissues than asphalt. Asphalt is three or more times harsher on your shin muscles than packed dirt trails. Grass and muddy trails are still softer, and significantly decrease your risk of shin splints. Portions copyright 1999 .