How to treat shin splints at home

How to alleviate pain from shin splints

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ice bag
• Tylenol
• Ibuprofen, Advil
• Ace bandage

1. Shin splints are common in runners, athletes and hikers. They are caused by the overuse of the muscle in the lower leg.(posterior tibialis).

2. *Rest the injured muscle
   *Put ice on area to reduce swelling
   *Place an Ace bandage around that portion of the leg
   *Elevate the leg

3. Rest for 3-4 days or until pain goes away.Arch supports in your shoes may alleviate a lot of this problem.

Tips & Warnings

• Do NOT try to "walk through" the pain.