Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Is it possible for shin splints to heal in a couple days?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: Yes - if they have been present for a short time , with agressive ice and the use of other anti inflammatory measures such as Ibuprofen along with rest from the offending activity , shin splints can settle down quickly.
Answered 12/8/2015
6k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Are there any good cardio workouts i can do while my shin splints heal?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have a cross country race in a week but I have a bad shin splint. What can I do to heal fastest?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Why do I get such terrible shin splints after exercising and how can I make them heal faster?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Just recovered from calf strains. After 2weeks of light running i go to soccer practice and shin splints flare up. How can I heal them&keep playing?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have swelling in my ankles I gym 6 days a week and I'm not sure if it's because of Shin splint or why?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
