Shin Splint Support

  • Recovery time for shine splints may take 1-2 weeks.

  • Shin splints are micro-tears in the anterior shin muscles from overuse that cause pain and inflammation.

  • Proper maintenance before and after training and performances can alleviate the problem.

  • Herbal ice and trauma liniment will reduce inflammation and restore blood flow, allowing the muscles to recover more quickly.

Kung Fu Remedies for Shin Splint

herbal ice poultice from Shaolin Herbal Remedies and Products, Tucson, AZ

Herbal Ice

  • Herbal formulation designed specifically for reducing swelling and inflammation. 

  • Provides the same cooling effect as ice but with the therapeutic benefit of promoting circulation to speed recovery.

  • Circulations transports nutrient rich-blood to the area for repair.

  • Unique formulation when administered helps pinpoint, diffuse pain and offers immediate soothing relief.

Acute Injury Liniment from KungFu medicine shop with Shaolin Herbal Remedies and Products, Tucson, AZ

Acute Injury Liniment

  • Formulated as an all around liniment for daily training and recovery.

  • Reduces swelling and inflammation.

  • Repairs and Prevents micro-tears in muscle fiber.

  • Promotes circulation to speed recovery.

  • Designed to apply before and after athletic activity.

Directions

first step

Reduce Swelling and Inflammation

  • Apply Herbal Ice to the injured area.

  • Leave on until dries or apply over night.

  • Between Herbal Ice treatments apply Acute Injury Liniment to the injury.

  • Lightly stroke above and below injury.

  • Apply Acute Injury Liniment as needed.

  • Repeat the process by using Herbal Ice and Acute Injury Liniment until swelling and inflammation have resolved.

second step

Relax Spasm and Stiffness

  • Next apply Acute Injury Liniment to the injury.

  • Lightly stroke above and below injury.

  • You can apply as needed.

third step

Restore movement and strength

  • During this phase of repair use Kung Fu Medicine in conjunction with gentle stretching exercises, physical therapy, or other forms of rehabilitation.

  • Use Acute Injury Liniment before and after activity. Make sure to massage into the injury as well as above and below the injuries joint.

Notes

  • If you are practicing or competing in cold weather use Po So Mon Liniment instead of Acute Injury Liniment.

  • Po So Mon Liniment can be applied a couple of times per day. Lightly stroke above and below injury.

  • Herbal Ice contains pigments from the plants, which may turn the skin yellow, temporarily.

Po So Mon from Shaolin Herbal Remedies and Products, Tucson, AZ

Po So Mon

• When it comes to injury relief, some individuals find that warmth is the key to soothing their aches and pains. For those individuals, replace Tendon Injury Liniment with Po So Mon Liniment for providing the warmth-based relief that they need.

• Po So Mon Liniment is specifically formulated to treat injuries that benefit from heat application.

• Recommended for use before and after participating in activities in cold weather.

• By applying this liniment, it helps warm the body, promoting injury prevention and providing comforting relief.

FAQs on Shin Splints

  • Rest briefly, then switch to low-impact cross-training like swimming or biking. Applying ice, gentle stretching, and proper footwear all help calm inflammation

  • Gradually increase running distances, reinforce proper form, and keep muscles balanced with strength and flexibility work

  • Yes — Herbal Oil (Die Da Wan Hua) helps soothe muscle tightness and ease inflammation, supporting a quicker return to training.

  • We recommend the Duo Huo Plaster, which provides lasting warmth and comfort for the lower leg, offering natural pain relief for runners and active learners looking for herbal sports injury therapy in Tucson.