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New Shoes for Shin problems?
Question:
Thanks Doug…I do ice and swallow my share of Naproxen following runs which result in pain…and that does help a great deal. I stretch before and after each run, and at night…and have just begun a leg strengthening program every night which seems to help a great deal.
Steve, Sounds like you are on the right path – best of luck!! Question about your 2050’s and orthotics. Did you remove the insole?
Yes, because I want the orthotic to ride on the flat inside of the last. I’m always concerned that even though the cardboard piece of junk is basically useless, I don’t want it to add or detract from the degrees the orthotic is allegedly correcting. I’ve removed the insole and replaced it with a Sorbothane insert, it feels comfortable but I’m aware that the instructions with orthotics is to use them without any insoles, to maintain the correct balance of the orthotic.
As long as the Sorbothane is a simple flat pad fine. If it attempts to lift and separate like a cross your heart bra, then I would not put them in for reasons cited above. — Caveat Lector!
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Thanks Doug…I do ice and swallow my share of Naproxen following runs which result in pain…and that does help a great deal. I stretch before and after each run, and at night…and have just begun a leg strengthening program every night which seems to help a great deal. Question about your 2050’s and orthotics. Did you remove the insole? I’ve removed the insole and replaced it with a Sorbothane insert, it feels comfortable but I’m aware that the instructions with orthotics is to use them without any insoles, to maintain the correct balance of the orthotic. What’s your opinion on that? – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’ve been wearing some new custom orthotics for the past few months, and had read that I might consider "motion control shoes" rather than the cushioned "Asics GT-2050’s" that I am presently running with (and using Sorbothane insoles). The 2050s while feel fairly cushioned are actually a stability shoe. A firmer ride than than say the cumulus but less stringent than an MC. Unless you are a severe overpronator these should be just fine. Anecdotal but I use the 2050s and orthotics. While yes, shoes can be a culprit but I’d put my money on startup muscle/tendon abuse and follow the recommended icing, stretching and softer surfaces. From Runner’s World: http://www.runnersworld.com/dailynew/ Causes: Tired or inflexible calf muscles put too much stress on tendons, which become strained and torn. Overpronation aggravates this problem, as does running on hard surfaces, such as concrete sidewalks. Beginning runners are the most susceptible to shinsplints for a variety of reasons, but the most common is that they’re using leg muscles that haven’t been stressed in the same way before. Another common cause of shinsplints among beginners is poor choice of running shoes, or running in something other than running shoes. Runners who have started running after a long layoff are also susceptible to shinsplints because they often increase their mileage too quickly. Self-Treatment: Many runners experience mild shin soreness, which usually can be tolerated. "If shinsplints hits you at the beginning of a season, a certain amount of running through it will help the body adapt," says David O’Brian, D.P.M., a podiatrist in Roselle, Illinois. "But if it’s a persistent problem, you shouldn’t run through it." If it does persist, ice the inflamed area for 15 minutes three times a day and take aspirin or ibuprofen. Ice immediately after running. To hasten recovery, cut down on running or stop altogether. Recovery time: two to four weeks. Medical Treatment: If the injury doesn’t respond to self-treatment and rest in two to four weeks, see a podiatrist, who may prescribe custom-made orthotics to control overpronation. Ultrasound and anti-inflammatories may also be prescibed. Surgery is rarely required. — Caveat Lector!
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I’ve been wearing some new custom orthotics for the past few months, and had read that I might consider "motion control shoes" rather than the cushioned "Asics GT-2050’s" that I am presently running with (and using Sorbothane insoles).
The 2050s while feel fairly cushioned are actually a stability shoe. A firmer ride than than say the cumulus but less stringent than an MC. Unless you are a severe overpronator these should be just fine. Anecdotal but I use the 2050s and orthotics. While yes, shoes can be a culprit but I’d put my money on startup muscle/tendon abuse and follow the recommended icing, stretching and softer surfaces. From Runner’s World: http://www.runnersworld.com/dailynew/ Causes: Tired or inflexible calf muscles put too much stress on tendons, which become strained and torn. Overpronation aggravates this problem, as does running on hard surfaces, such as concrete sidewalks. Beginning runners are the most susceptible to shinsplints for a variety of reasons, but the most common is that they’re using leg muscles that haven’t been stressed in the same way before. Another common cause of shinsplints among beginners is poor choice of running shoes, or running in something other than running shoes. Runners who have started running after a long layoff are also susceptible to shinsplints because they often increase their mileage too quickly. Self-Treatment: Many runners experience mild shin soreness, which usually can be tolerated. "If shinsplints hits you at the beginning of a season, a certain amount of running through it will help the body adapt," says David O’Brian, D.P.M., a podiatrist in Roselle, Illinois. "But if it’s a persistent problem, you shouldn’t run through it." If it does persist, ice the inflamed area for 15 minutes three times a day and take aspirin or ibuprofen. Ice immediately after running. To hasten recovery, cut down on running or stop altogether. Recovery time: two to four weeks. Medical Treatment: If the injury doesn’t respond to self-treatment and rest in two to four weeks, see a podiatrist, who may prescribe custom-made orthotics to control overpronation. Ultrasound and anti-inflammatories may also be prescibed. Surgery is rarely required. — Caveat Lector!
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I have just gotten back on the road after a serious stress fracture which kept me from running since December. I’ve been running only 2 miles every other day for the past 4 weeks, and will be running my first 5K (at something like a 10 minute pace, down from my 7:30 race pace when I last was able to run) this weekend. I’ve been wearing some new custom orthotics for the past few months, and had read that I might consider "motion control shoes" rather than the cushioned "Asics GT-2050’s" that I am presently running with (and using Sorbothane insoles). QUESTIONS: Are the GT-2050’s a poor shoe for someone with chronic shin splints? Can you recommend a good shoe? Are motion control shoes my best bet, or is cushioning and stability more important? I appreciate your advice. – Steve http://www.SteveRunner.com
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Anything with plenty of cushioning is good for shin splints. Furthermore, you might want to consider switching to grass/trails to do your runs if this is an option because the hard surfaces of the roads can cause problems. -jeff
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have just gotten back on the road after a serious stress fracture which kept me from running since December. I’ve been running only 2 miles every other day for the past 4 weeks, and will be running my first 5K (at something like a 10 minute pace, down from my 7:30 race pace when I last was able to run) this weekend. I’ve been wearing some new custom orthotics for the past few months, and had read that I might consider "motion control shoes" rather than the cushioned "Asics GT-2050’s" that I am presently running with (and using Sorbothane insoles). QUESTIONS: Are the GT-2050’s a poor shoe for someone with chronic shin splints? Can you recommend a good shoe? Are motion control shoes my best bet, or is cushioning and stability more important? I appreciate your advice. – Steve http://www.SteveRunner.com