[pct-l] shin splints

[Susan Alcorn]

Thanks for those who weighed in on shin splints. I emailed my original question 
from a village in France where we were hiking and I was trying to figure out a 
leg problem and communicate the details to a doctor who spoke minimal English 
(with my minimal French). I have heard about shin splints more often from AT 
hikers, but I figured that some PCT hikers might have some knowledge too.  
Now that I am back home, I'll get my local doctor's opinion, but I think the 
taping suggestions make some sense. Definitely worth a try. 
Happy trails,
Susan Alcorn
 
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