Stress Fracture in Tibula?

Question

Around the beginning of Track in early March, I started training too hard and too fast after not running at all since cross country in the fall. I started to get shin splints but these were very common for me, because I got shin splints at the beginning of my first track season last year, and again during cross country, so I didn't think very much of them. When I kept running through the shin splints, they didn't go away like I thought they would, and it eventually caused me to take a break from races (I run long distance). Near the end of the season, I was diagnosed with a stress fracutre, and I was told by the doctor to keep from running for about 6 weeks. I rested for about 3 1/2, and thought I was ready to start running again, but it still hurt. So, I stopped again for another 2 weeks, where I am now. I'm building up on the treadmill slowly, but my shins still hurt after each workout. Does this mean I'm still injured and should rest more? Or should I just keep building up slowly?

Answer 1

There's no point in training while you're hurt - you won't be able to workout to your full potential and you won't improve.

Plus, it hurts.

Answer 2

You don't listen to your doctor but you are going to listen to us.

It usually takes 6 weeks for a bone fracture to heal.

Impact training makes it worse.

If you need to do cardiovascular work there are things you can do without the impact of running.

Deep water running or swimming is an option.

Stationary biking without resistance can work.

If you don't heal correctly you are going to have long term problems.

Answer 3

I would use ice after working out and rest some.You could ask a sports trainer they are good at this kind of injury.