How To Massage Shin Splints Video

Shin splints are a painful inflammation caused by running or jumping. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this video.

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Massage in one long, firm stroke
Press down on the muscle
Use thumb to apply pressure
Ask person if they are comfortable

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Malu works for Retreat Massage Therapy as a massage therapist. She is well versed in techniques that are particularly helpful for athletes.

MALU LUJAN: So shin splints is the next thing we are going to talk about. Shin splints are a form of inflammation and they come when you are probably running or doing some kind of physical activity too aggressively. So really, truly, the best thing for shin splints is rest. Ice is also another good way to get some relief from shin splints. And usually it is this area of the shin that is going to be bothering you the most. If you do want to try some massage techniques that can really help as well. So the first thing that we are going to do is we are going to do a very simple massage technique called an effleurage. It is one long, firm stroke. So you just get some oil on your hands, palms of your hands down. I am not really touching the bone. So here is the shin bone that runs down the length of the front of the leg, and I am not touching that bone. I am actually pressing into that thick muscle on the outside of the leg next to the shin bone. And I am using my thumb to make pressure on that muscle as well. How is the pressure, Sam?

How to Massage Shin Splints Video

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