Shin splints can be you worst enemy when it comes to running or simply walking around the house. Shin splints cause pain on either sides of your shine bone, creating a lot of discomfort and problems. The muscle fibers swell in some severe cases can slightly tear. Usually this will occur on both shins making matters worse.
Here are stretching exercises for shin splints:
Ankle flexion –Sit in a share with your legs crossed, flex your ankle so you toe comes toward the knee, hold for 2 seconds. Than point you toe for two seconds. Began with five repetitions of flexing and pointing. This will help injuries to the front and back of the foot and the lower back.
Heel Raises –Stand and hold onto something beside you for your balance. With out bending you knee raise up onto the ball of your. While keeping you feet parallel hold that position for 5 seconds. Began with five repetitions than do with the knee slightly bent. This will work all the surrounding muscles. If you are injured in the achilles and ankle this will help a lot.
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