Reddit reviews TheraPearl Color Changing Shin Wraps, Reusable Hot Cold Therapy with Gel Beads, Two Packs for Shin Splints, Best Ice Pack for Runners, Flexible Hot and Cold Compress for Pain Relief & Swelling
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New TheraPearl Color Changing Hot + Cold packs feature TheraPearl ColorSmart Technology with pearls that visibly change colors when hot or cold, the pearls turn white when hot and purple when coldPack of two reusable shin wraps are the perfect reusable ice packs for running pains, shin splints, stress fractures, and moreHot and cold compress with gel pearls that conveniently hold temperature for the doctor-recommended time of approximately 20 minutesPlace gel pack in microwave for 25-40 seconds for heat therapy or place in freezer for at least 2 hours for a cold therapeutic pain relief experience, refer to microwave instructions chartNon-latex BPA-free and phthalate-free, these packs can be worn around the house or on the go to provide pain relief where and when you need it, wrap measures 6" x 10"
I got killer shin splints in weeks 3-5 my first go-round. Until I discovered KT tape. They sell it online, at sports stores & even Wal-Mart. I had tried a compression sleeve first, which helped some (actually more so for after runs than during). I also got in the habit of icing my shins after runs (this is handy). But they were seriously miraculously better once I started using KT tape.
TL/DR: KT tape is your friend.
Here's what has worked for me:
Edit: Pain is completely normal at this stage. Your body is simultaneously damaging and rebuilding muscle at the same time. Hang in there and take care of yourself.