Burning and throbbing in front of my legs/shins?

Question

I live in the city and after walking long distances in certain types of shoes i will get a burning and throbbing sensation in my legs. Sometimes this pain doesn't subside until after I've been sitting for a few minutes. The pain is pretty bad. It is very bad sometimes after short distances in flip flops. Is this shin splints? If so, how do you treat??

Answer 1

Sounds like shin splints.  About the only thing you can do is to rest and find some better shoes to walk in.  Skip the flip flops even though they are comfy - not good for your feet.

Also, check out Web M.D. and search "shin splints".