Reddit mentions: The best calf & shin supports

I haven't bought new shoes, but I did buy these. They feel great on, and the product got good reviews, so I'm optimistic that they'll help, but I haven't tried them out yet because I'm giving my shins a bit more time to heal before I get back into things.

Hope you find a solution to your problem!

Compression socks all the way!! I bought a bunch of these and love them so much. My left leg also has some varicose veins starting so this is why I initially went with compression stockings but these truly make my legs feel ‘lifted’ they take a little to get used to but your legs will thank you

I've never had shin splints while skating, but I used to get them a lot while running.
What I found took care of them was:

• wearing compression leggings
  
  
• Stretching my shins and calves thoughly before I ran
  
  
• (the hard part) Any time they were hurting I would not run till they felt better to give them a chance to heal, and ice them and take ibuprofen to help with the healing.
  
  Good luck! Shin splints suck and are incredibly frustrating.

Calf Compression Sleeve - BeVisible Sports - Leg Sleeves For Men & Women - Best Running Calf Guard Shin Splints Sleeves - Boosts Circulation - Aids Faster Recovery - 1 Pair - Satisfaction Guaranteed

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YO3LZ1W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_hwoRwbGYBHR16

I used to get insane shin splints when I first started running.

Stretch before and after a run of course.

Throw out your cheap Walmart shoes. Make an investment in some good shoes. They do not need to be insanely priced, they just have to over some good support.

The biggest thing that helped me was compression sleeves. They cost me about $40 but I've had the same pair for 3 years. They are amazing and now I don't even have to use them more.

Looks like they've gotten cheaper or I have bad memory

I run in these compression sleeves, which I think have done wonders for my shin splints.

I also use this arm band for my phone. It's very secure, but the actual band was too long so I had to fold it over and stitch it to make it shorter. I have skinny arms though.

I also have these bluetooth headphones because I'm a clumsy runner and kept yanking wired headphones out of my own ears. I've had them about 6 months and they work great. Two criticisms: they're a bit heavy, but really no big deal, and you have to maintain pretty much line-of-sight with your phone or they cut out (a pocket is fine, a wall is not). Not an issue while running obviously, but I often wander off when I'm listening to something at home.

Copper Compression Calf / Shin Splint Recovery Leg Sleeves, GUARANTEED Highest Copper Content + Graduated Compression! Great For Running & All Sports! (1 PAIR - Small) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013L5BIVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_B3JGybYVWDW1C


Pretty cheap. That's a pair not each. Sizing is weird so order big. I've been using them for 3 weeks and they have completely eradicated my shin splints.

Also, these are the compression stockings I bought. Doc Miller is a good brand.

Doc Miller Premium Calf Compression Sleeve 1 Pair 20-30mmHg Strong Calf Support Multiple Colors Graduated Pressure for Sports Recovery Shin Splints Varicose Veins (Skin/Nude, Open Toe, Large) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L83YA6W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PhgXCbH8594Z2

I'm having this same problem and I understand. I like the bruises when I'm walking around the gym, but they are annoying in skirts and dressy shorts. I've been looking into getting something like these padded compression sleeves.

Edit: go on Amazon and search "deadlift shin" -- tons of good (and cute) options!

Yes! My friend recommended them after having a similar problem. I got these ones. I'm not sure if they're better or worse than others, but I'll be sure to post updates here and/or MFP after a couple of runs.

I got these and really like them. I also got a pair with the sock part at Walgreens. But those are less tight and don’t work as well.

I bought several pair from Amazon -- the ones I like are by Thirty48. I also had previously bought some Zensah ones on sale at REI.

These are my favorite - not hot on the foot, and smalls are actually small.

Rest and buy a pair of these compression sleeves.

Ice every evening and gently massage.

I don't wear them for the same reason, but I use compression leg sleeves when doing some rides. They're not like leg warmers either as they dont provide any real warmth.

you mean shin sleeves like these?

i use something like this for deadlifts.

Ive used these and they do seem to help hold off cramping during ultimate frisbee and reduce soreness during long runs.

I like my compression sleeves I had when pregnant. They are for working out.

Try something like compression calf sleeves

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W5X1XQQ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_JmuZCbVMVBB48

probably a compression sleeve for his legs.

http://www.amazon.com/Bracoo-Compression-Sleeves-Medium-Yellow/dp/B00E6GRGQ0/ref=sr_1_8?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1417877275&sr=1-8&keywords=leg+sleeve

what about sleeves that offer graduated compression? https://www.amazon.com/Calf-Compression-Sleeve-Satisfaction-Guaranteed/dp/B0181J5PUQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468002715&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=compression+sleeves&psc=1

what /u/chubbychic said and try some calf sleeves. The helped me

http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Tec-Athletics-Calf-Sleeve-Black/dp/B004BD0YS0

This:

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I had the exact same thing, this thing made life so much easier. That and a little Ibuprofen before the run.

Try using calf sleeves. I got mine 2 weeks ago and it dramatically reduced my sheen splints and allowed me to jump for a longer time and more frequent. this is the ones I got: https://www.amazon.com/Advantage-Knitted-Sleeve-Black-Anthracite/dp/B071GT56X9/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1522792056&sr=8-7&keywords=nike+calf+sleeve

These calf compression sleeves helped me a lot:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E6GRGQ0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Regular stretching also helped, as others have stated. The one that seems to help me the most is sitting on my butt touching my toes. Legs straight with feet together, pull tows towards you and hold, and push toes away and hold. I do that with my toes together, toes apart with heels together (make a V), and toes together with heals apart.

I hate shin splints, and lived with them for too long. Now that I do this, I only have issues if I forget to wear the compression sleeves or don't take my time breaking in new basketball shoes.

They're nifty if you need leg compression but don't want the extra pressure on your feet.