Muscle tightness in shins

[Deni]

When I run my muscles around my shins get so tight I can't
feel my feet. I could run for a lot longer but my muscles
get so tight I can't move my legs anymore. I strectch
before.. Any help please.

 

[Rick++]

> When I run my muscles around my shins get so tight I can't
> feel my feet. I could run for a lot longer but my muscles
> get so tight I can't move my legs anymore. I strectch
> before..

You may have to buy new shoes as often as every couple
months. Dont run on hard surfaces such as cement and
asphalt.

 

[David Hallswort]

Stop running and go to see a sports medic - this could be
compartment syndrome, and left unchecked can turn into a
real problem. Real problem....

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[Deni]

Thanks for all of your advice. I seek the advice of a
physical therapist. After looking at my legs and the size of
the muscle around the shin area he advised me of the
following.

1. Before running deep muscle massages with lots of
stretches.

2. After running stretches, deep muscle massage,
followed by ice.

Everything has been great i have worked through it. Getting
ready for a 5K on the 24th.

Thanks Again!