I get shin splints every time i walk. (i am diabetic if that matters in this situation). how can i prevent this from happening every time?

Shin splints: This condition is often more about the shoes you wear. I would recommend finding a shoe store that can measure your gait and watch you walk to find the right shoes to prevent shin splints. A good podiatrist may also be of assistance with this.

Usually not chronic: Resistance conditioning should help. Try putting a bean bag on the top of your foot and then bending your ankle to lift your toes up. As you lift your toes tip them so the sole of your foot faces outward. That motion should strengthen the muscle that is usually responsible for shin splints. In addition, balancing up on your tip toes is another good exercise to strengthen those muscles.