There are a number of different things you can do to help shinsplints. First, make sure you have the right shoes for the type of foot you have. Before and after running as previous posts said, make sure you stretch your calf's, hamstrings, quads, and shins. (getting in a kneeling position with your toes pointed straight back and applying your weight so your ankles go towards the ground). Following your run or workout, perform ice massage on the affected area. The best thing for this is to buy Dixie cups and fill them and put them in the freezer. As you're applying the ice massage for five minutes or so when the ice melts, tear more of the cup away to expose the ice. As for exercise, writing the alphabet while being in a seated position with your toes will help but also incorporate walking on your heels for 30 seconds to a minute at a time 2 to 3 times a day. Of course there's always medication to help with inflammation but a combination of all the above should assist in the recovery time. I hope anybody that has shinsplints plaguing them while getting ready for hunting season finds this helpful.
