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Shin Splints
Ariana Purificati Fune
Kinesiologist and Certified Personal Trainer
Tools used
HSA/FSA Approved
Scraping
Shin Splints
Excess tension in the muscles of the lower leg will contribute to the irritation of the periosteum around the tibia which can be a cause of shin splint pain.
If the muscles in the lower leg and ankle are too stiff or too weak, and shock absorption mechanics are not working properly, the tibia will have to absorb much of the impact therefore increasing the risk of microfractures.
The fresh blood flow promotes healing of the injured tissues as well as improves extensibility in the muscles.
Strengthening the muscles of the foot and lower leg contributes to proper shock absorption and reduction of pain from shin splints.
Ariana Purificati Fune
Kinesiologist and Certified Personal Trainer