Shin Splints Treatment in Maryland
What are Shin Splints?
Pain located in the lower inner calf, usually with exercise (most commonly running).
The tendons and muscles become inflamed, causing pain during running.
High mileage runners and/or fast paced running increases the risk of this condition occurring.
Shin Splints Treatment
Typical Treatment: Orthotics, strengthening, stretching, ice/heat, muscle stimulation and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
- How we handle Shin Splints Treatment
Many factors can contribute to the development of this condition since one main cause has not been found.
Ruling out muscle weakness or tightness, decreased bone density, hormonal imbalances, altered biomechanics, running on asphalt or canted roads have all been indicated to potentially play a part in the development of this condition.
Excess motion of the hip is one of the common factors for this condition occurring. Strengthening of the hip along with calf and foot is necessary for resolution of this condition.
What Causes Shin Splints
The stress from repetitive running and jumping is the most common cause of shin splints. This stress pulls at the muscles and connective tissues of the leg; it causes inflammation along with the weakness and soreness associated with shin splints.
This condition worsens with runners who run very long miles or those who increase their workout without proper acclimation and training.
Running on uneven surfaces, using the wrong footwear, and having bad form can also contribute to shin splints in runners and athletes.
Signs of Shin Splints
If you are a runner, athlete, or have recently taken up running, you want to be aware of the signs of shin splints.
Seeking shin splint treatment early can help with the severity of the injury and contribute to better long-term health. The earlier you can correct any form issues or bad habits, the healthier your running and performance will be.
- Swelling of the leg
- Lower leg pain
- Stiffness in the leg
- Worsening pain after activity
- Pain onset during activity
- Pain subsides with rest but reoccurs with activity
- Shin cramps
- Weakness in the calves or legs
Shin Split Treatment in Columbia, MD from Dr. Josh Bross
Dr. Josh Bross is the owner of Elite Chiropractic and Sport, established in 2010 in Columbia, MD. Dr. Bross is primarily focused on performers, athletes, and sports injury prevention. His education spans many specialties to deliver unparalleled care to patients in Columbia, MD.
Treating shin splints is about being able to know the lifestyle of the patient, the degree of pain, and what chiropractic treatment will provide long-lasting care. Shin splint treatment can be fast and effective with the right approach. With over a decade of experiencing seeing and treating this injury, Dr. Bross and the chiropractors at Elite Chiropractic are professional and effective at what they do.
Shin Splint Treatment FAQ
The best running shoes for shin splints are those that provide cushiony for the impact. Without proper cushion, the impact radiates up the leg and causes shin splints. You also want running shoes that fit properly, provide support, and don’t cause the feet to cramp or pronate.
Seeing a professional chiropractor for shin splint treatment in Columbia, MD will allow you to recover without having to full stop your training. Our personalized shin splint treatments take into account your lifestyle and focus so you can recover and train without sacrificing your health.
You may continue to get shin splints if you don’t fully treat condition, continue to run with bad form, have improper footwear, or run on uneven surfaces. Finding the root cause of the shin splints can help with long-term solutions instead of temporary pain relief.
