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What exercises can i do to prevent shin splints and lower leg pain after running?

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Dr. Reid Blackwelder answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Stretches: Shin splints are frustrating for sure! tight heel cords (achilles tendons in the back of the leg at the ankle) can contribute, so doing stretches for that muscle before and after running can help-wall push-ups with legs straight, etc. See link for that and other suggestions: http://tinyurl.Com/d5qxtk4.

Answered 9/28/2018

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Dr. Jack Choueka answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Good shoes: Best thing to do is get good running shoes fitted to your feet. Stretching before and after running also helps.

Answered 5/16/2013

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