by Debris - the new slimline version. on April 3rd, 2009

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I go running 2 -3 times a week and have started getting pains down the front of my shin bones. Any ideas what this could be or how to stop it fom happening?

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by Bohemian is back on April 3rd, 2009
Yes. It's called shin splints which you get from the continuous pounding on hard ground. It's better to cycle than run. You can do alot of damage to your legs and back. Remember the girl who ran through Africa? She had tremendous damage to her spine. Think about cycling. It can be just as beneficial and less damaging as long as you don't over do it.
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by josie III on August 14th, 2009
Shin splints. Check this website
http://mayoclinic.com/health/shin-splints/DS00271
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by shortstop_19 on August 14th, 2009
How long have you had your shoes? Shoes can affect your running performance and can cause injury. You should get a shoe that fits your foot type and also seeing the doctor for other recommendations.
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by brgruss on August 14th, 2009
Shin Splints! you can have weak bones, weak or overworked muscled, it can be from your diet and since there are many what if's? I recommend you immediately go to a doctor for blood work and x-rays.
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by Coexist on April 3rd, 2009
They're shin splints. You get them from running on your heels too much. I was told that if you take an ice cube and run it down, NOT UP, your shin, then it should go away quicker.
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by HoleySchnikeys on April 3rd, 2009
I have been told that eating banans may help, something to do with the potassium in them possibly(?)
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- I have heard of that for cramp - but I am willing to give it a go
  
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by anddeb on April 3rd, 2009
Stop running as you have shin splits and need to let them heal.
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- oh no - I am training for a charity run in aid of cancer.
  
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by Seeya says Dont Ever Give Up on April 3rd, 2009
U.S Navy Seals have extensive experience with this. Physican's magazine had an article on it years ago!
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  by Debris - the new slimline version. on April 3rd, 2009
- the article in physian's was in the late 80's I think look it up
  google US Navy Seals/Running, Your SAS, SBS may have knowledge too!
  
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- whats an SAS, SBS? sorry to be thick.
  
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by CaptainHarley adores his life penguin on April 3rd, 2009
You may be getting "shin-splints." I advise a quick trip to your doctor, especially if he or she knows anything about sports medicine. In the meantime, back off of your running program a bit, buy some new, well-cushioned shoes, and see if any of that helps.
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- i will def get some better shoes I think - and if it persists I will speak to my doctor about it - thanks
  
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  by Debris - the new slimline version. on April 3rd, 2009
- Welcome, but don't wait too long. Shinsplints are harder than hell to get rid of once they develop. And they can be very, very painful too.
  
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- Welcome. : )
  
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by Minty1980 on April 3rd, 2009
Well it may be obvious but it sounds like shin splints for sure?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shin_splints
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- thank you - I think that it what it is. (I had never heard of it before)
  
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- i see , well i only heard of it before cause i had it once
  
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by Seeya says Dont Ever Give Up on April 3rd, 2009
Englands Special Forces
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by Twisted Taco on April 3rd, 2009
Stop running and it will go away
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by Pecks bad boy on August 14th, 2009
Like most have said. Shin splints. They are very common. Here is a way to help. +5
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