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    Terry Robinson PT

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    Shin splints are caused by muscles and their tendons having too much stress placed on them. Stretch the calf muscle by leaning into a wall and holding the stretch for a 10 count. Also, get a baseball or rolling pin and place this down on the floor. Put your foot on it and roll, with moderate pressure, the ball back and forth on the bottom of your foot. Do this for about 2 to 3 min. 2 to 3 times per day. A hot soak in the bath tub may also help. Ice to the shin area helps after a run. You may need to see a foot specialist to get an insert/orthotic for your shoe.

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