HOWPHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP
advice to help speed up your shin splint recovery and decrease your risk in the future. • Rest. Your physical therapist may suggest taking a short break from the activity that caused or aggravated your pain. You will continue exercising, but avoid things that irritate your shin splints until you are healed. CONTACT OUR OFFICE TODAY At Manual Edge Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to assisting you in your healing journey and making it as comfortable for you as possible. If you believe you may be suffering from shin splints, give us a call today. We will help you get back on your feet in no time! Sources: http://medrehab.sbmu.ac.ir/article_1101036_en.html • https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-60216-1_18 •https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shaji_Kachanathu/publication/320685151_Functional_outcomes_of_kinesio_taping_versus_ standard_orthotics_in_the_management_of_shin_splint/links/5c160f2e92851c39ebf0e7f8/Functional-outcomes-of-kinesio-taping-versus- standard-orthotics-in-the-management-of-shin-splint.pdf
As noted above, the causes of shin splints are vast, but your physical therapist can help you figure out the root of the problem. They will complete an extensive evaluation process noting your painful areas and testing the abilities of your current physical motions. Our treatments may include anything involving stretching, flexibility, gait, mobility, and range of motion. From there, your physical therapist will create a treatment plan based on your needs. Treatment plans for a specified shin splint condition may include, but are not limited to: • Manual therapy. Hands-on massage of the painful area and its surrounding areas to ease stress off of the injured tissue. • Exercise. These exercises can serve several functions, including strengthening, improving range of motion, and decreasing stress on the lower leg. • Modify mechanics. Sometimes, shin splints can result from poor gait mechanics or jumping and landing strategies. Your physical therapist may work with you to modify your take-off/landing techniques or how you control your foot, knee, and hip while walking or running. • Taping. Your physical therapist may suggest Kinesio-taping the affected area to promote healing and support the affected muscles. • Footwear suggestions. Your physical therapist may provide you with
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