Shin Splints Advice

A fellow runner gave me the some advice following his encounter with shin splints, which was interestingly, not long after he started running:

1. Check shoes are correct for you and not worn out
2. Rest and ice – apply ice packs to calf (10mins daily)
3. Don’t run through the pain – its not something you can run off! (I think you know that now!)
4. Consider running on softer surfaces….cambered roads aren’t good or sloping pavements!
5. Build up mileage slower – reduce total weekly mileage if pain persists
6. Stretch and do lower leg exercises to build and develop muscles.
7. Seek expert help if it doesn’t improve