Shin Splints
Week 1
When rehabbing for shin splints, the main focus is to keep the muscles of the lower leg strong but mobile in order to properly absorb shock. During week 1, we will introduce stretching and strengthening exercises for muscles that work at the ankle joint.
Scraping
Scraping Tibialis Anterior

Key Points

  • use the concave edge
  • scrape the front/outside edge of leg
  • scrape for 30 seconds
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Scraping Calves

Key Points

  • strong pressure
  • convex edge
  • 30 seconds
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Stretching
Kneeling Tibialis Anterior Stretch

Key Points

  • tops of feet against floor
  • lean back as far as tolerable
  • hold for 30 secinds
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Ankle Dorsiflexion Mobilization

Key Points

  • keep heel on the ground
  • lean as far forward as possible
  • add pressure on your knee with your hands
  • 30 seconds on each leg
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Strength
Wall Squat Tibialis Anterior Exercise

Wall Squat Tibialis Anterior Exercise

Key Points

  • lift toes up
  • 2-4 sets of 8-12 reps
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Resisted Ankle Inversion

Key Points

  • pull sole of foot inwards
  • keep tension in the band
  • 2-4 sets of 8-12 reps on each foot
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