I developed shinsplints after playing football for...

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What are the treatments of shin splints?

1.Drink plenty of fluids 
2.Eat healthy non irritant food 
3.Lose weight 
4.Bed rest 
5.Ice compression 
6.Multivitamin tabs like centrum 
7.NSAIDs like Asprin or Advil 
8.Analgesics like Panadol Joints
9.Biofreeze gel or deepheat spray

How long does it take for shin splints to heal?

After 2 to 4 weeks, if the pain is gone, you can start your usual activities.  Know that shin splints can take 3 to 6 months to fully heal depending on your recovery process

What do we recommend?

Increase your activity level slowly. If the pain returns, stop exercising right away.And we advise you with the 'RICE" method which is rest ,ice,compression ,elevation to fasten the healing process.
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