How To Massage Your Shin

If you suffer from shin splints, self-massage can help release muscle knots & speed up healing time.

Placing stress on your lower leg causes inflammation in the connective tissues that attach to the shin bone. This is where massage therapy comes in; massaging your shin splints will work on these connective tissue spots where the adhesions have formed.

Follow along with Dr. David Lee, physical therapist, to learn how to use a lacrosse ball to reduce inflammation & release shin splint trigger points. All you need is a few minutes to get started!

Step 1:
Place the lacrosse ball horizontally at the top of your shin, using your hands and knees to support your body weight.

Step 2:
Roll back and forth, making your way to the bottom of your shin.

**If you find a tender spot, slowly isolate back and forth to focus on that area.

Step 3:
If you aren't in too much pain, you can extend the massage all the way down to your ankle & back up to the top of your shin.

Bonus Massage Technique: Place the lacrosse ball vertically & use your body weight to apply pressure to your shin and any other tender spots.

Watch Related Videos:
Tibialis Anterior Massage: youtu.be/OLD6lPiyfhY
Tibialis Posterior Release: youtu.be/Echj1lSLLa4
Foam Rolling for Shin Splints: youtube.com/watch?v=orJqDHpOBSI

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Medical Disclaimer:
All information, content, and material of this website is for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. This information is only intended to show you the correct technique for exercises and should not be used to self-diagnose or self-treat any medical condition. If your pain persists or you have difficulty performing these exercises, stop immediately and see your healthcare provider.