Shin Splint Relief: Exercises, Stretches & Quick Healing

Healing shin splints quickly requires a mix of strengthening exercises, proper calf wrapping, and targeted stretches. Learn how to prevent these injuries through better nutrition and using alternative equipment like an elliptical.

Healing Time for Shin Splints

Published Aug,14 2017 | By SarahR

Repetitive activities can lead to a painful inflammation of muscles, tendons and periosteum of the tibia. This condition is called medial tibial stress syndrome, or shin splints. An overuse injury, shin splints are caused by over-stressing the shinbone and the connective tissues that attach the muscles to the bone.