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I've run off and on the past few years, I wouldn't say I'm a runner because I'm not consistent. Well, latetly I've been doing a better job at becoming a runner and was running several times a week. Last weekend I went to run trails in a local park with my dog and got home to horrible pain in my left calf (on the inside part closer to the front of the leg). I iced my leg and didn't think much of it. I ran again on Sunday and Monday. By Monday night I was in a lot of pain and have since been using the elliptical at the gym since it doesn't put so much pressure on my legs.
My question is, how do I get this pain to go away and what could have caused it? Do I need new running shoes (I did wear pretty old ones because it was kind of a muddy day)?
I have a 10K in a month and don't want to injure myself but I need to keep training. Any help is appreciated.
Old (and/or cheap) shoes is pretty much a guarantee that you'll develop some shin problems.
I've been running all my life and have never had any shin injuries. I owe this to always and I mean ALWAYS running in good quality shoes and NEVER running in them when they are past their prime.
First, go see a doctor about your shin pain, then buy yourself some new dedicated running shoes.
Stop using it for anything and go to the doctors before it becomes a permanent problem. The pain should not be lasting that long if it was nothing. Does it still hurt? Have you tried and epsom salt soak? I really would go to the doctor though. Don't mess around if that 10K is your goal.
Ok I will definitely call my doctor first thing tomorrow. Yes it is still bothering me. I'm definitely scared to run in those shoes. I guess, their time is up.
I've run off and on the past few years, I wouldn't say I'm a runner because I'm not consistent. Well, latetly I've been doing a better job at becoming a runner and was running several times a week. Last weekend I went to run trails in a local park with my dog and got home to horrible pain in my left calf (on the inside part closer to the front of the leg). I iced my leg and didn't think much of it. I ran again on Sunday and Monday. By Monday night I was in a lot of pain and have since been using the elliptical at the gym since it doesn't put so much pressure on my legs.
My question is, how do I get this pain to go away and what could have caused it? Do I need new running shoes (I did wear pretty old ones because it was kind of a muddy day)?
I have a 10K in a month and don't want to injure myself but I need to keep training. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
You describe the pain as being in your left calf. Shin splits will not be in the calf muscle but is bruising on the inner part of the tibia.
People get shin splints for a variety of reasons. The main reason is due to shoes. You need to buy shoes that handle you form of pronation. The best way to do that is to go to a running shoe store where they analyze your running. You are more likely to get shin splints the heavier you are.
Even if you have the right kind of shoes, they will wear out even if they look like they are in good condition. 3-400 miles is probably the most you should run in a pair of shoes. I find it helps to ony use my running shoes for running since I develop different wear patterns on the shoes from walking, etc.
You might have to rest for a few days or more, ice after every run, get the proper shoes, take NSAIDs and only run on trails. Stretching of the lower leg and running barefoot help some people.
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Originally Posted by Capablanca
Old (and/or cheap) shoes is pretty much a guarantee that you'll develop some shin problems.
I've been running all my life and have never had any shin injuries. I owe this to always and I mean ALWAYS running in good quality shoes and NEVER running in them when they are past their prime.
First, go see a doctor about your shin pain, then buy yourself some new dedicated running shoes.
I agree with everything you say except for going to a doctor. Unless you are going to a podiatrist who is prescribing orthotics, there is nothing that a doctor can do except tell you to stop running until the pain goes away.
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Originally Posted by Opsimathia
Stop using it for anything and go to the doctors before it becomes a permanent problem. The pain should not be lasting that long if it was nothing. Does it still hurt? Have you tried and epsom salt soak? I really would go to the doctor though. Don't mess around if that 10K is your goal.
Shin splints will not become a permanent problem. They go away if you stop running.
I've run off and on the past few years, I wouldn't say I'm a runner because I'm not consistent. Well, latetly I've been doing a better job at becoming a runner and was running several times a week. Last weekend I went to run trails in a local park with my dog and got home to horrible pain in my left calf (on the inside part closer to the front of the leg). I iced my leg and didn't think much of it. I ran again on Sunday and Monday. By Monday night I was in a lot of pain and have since been using the elliptical at the gym since it doesn't put so much pressure on my legs.
My question is, how do I get this pain to go away and what could have caused it? Do I need new running shoes (I did wear pretty old ones because it was kind of a muddy day)?
I have a 10K in a month and don't want to injure myself but I need to keep training. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Hmm. I used to get shin splints all the time when running track and it was never pain in my calf, it was ON the shin area. And it's not a fun pain. Wrapped them up really good before track practice and also did a lot of therapy pool.
And yes, check your shoes...make sure they fit right, not just "size" but that they actually FIT right.
Run don't walk to a running store and get fitted for the correct type and size of shoe. I used to have problem all the time with my shoes until I went to a running store and they said I need a wide shoe that was 2 sizes bigger than I was wearing.
My advice is don't try to run through pain. Take a little time off, and then try it again. Better to rest and heal than to risk a chronic problem. Also, avoid running on pavement as much as possible. Run on grass, dirt, or treadmill. The hard pavement transmits a lot of shock to joints, feet, and legs.
I use to suffer from shin splints while jogging. I decided to focus most of my stretching on my shins and discovered this one stretch that eliminated my shin splints.
After you see your doctor, try to find a stretching routine that works for you, and be sure to stretch before and after your jog.
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