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I just started swimming and strangely, i now have shin splints. how is this possible? what is the best way to treat them?
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Leg pain: Leg pain with swimming is probably secondary to muscle overuse with more kicking than you are used too. Best to build up gradually.
Answered 5/19/2021
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