What are shin splints & what causes them?

Host: Dr. Matt Minard

Episode Summary

Dr. Matt Minard is a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running. He is passionate about helping others run safely.

In this episode, Dr. Minard discusses shin splints, highlighting the causes and major considerations for effective management tailored towards self-dependence.

Top Takeaways

• "There is a limitation in the amount of stress or force that you can take before breakdown, aka injury"
  
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• "Your body has an amazing capacity to heal; it just has to be in the right environment"
  
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• "All injuries are temporary, it's a matter of when not if"
  
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Episode Highlights

• [01:31] What are "shin splints"?


• [12:23] Describing shin splints with sunburns.


• [17:05] How can we create an optimal environment for tissues to heal?


• [18:27] Identifying and addressing the causes of shin splints


• [32:48] Considerations for clinicians in managing shin splints.


• [37:31] What should you look out for with shin splints?

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