Take the 2-minute tour ×  I train in long distance running and
sometimes end up with typical running injuries often attributed
to inflammation. For example, I recently had to take long-ish
breaks because of what I believe to be shin splints and Achilles
tendon inflammation.  Besides breaks from running and
strengthening exercices, are there other things that treat
inflammation or help prevent it?  For example, ice and NSAIDs
are often suggested. Do they treat inflammation or only reduce
the pain it causes? I just want to put everything on my side.
share|improve this question I'm not an expert in running. I have
heard that taking too long a stride (heel striking) makes you
prone to shin splints. Mid-sole or toe striking does not. With
weightlifting, it's a combination of technique, and managing the
proportions of complimentary assistance exercises. I imagine
there are similar things in the running world. –  Berin Loritsch
Jul 9 '13 at 0:44 It could be productive to check your
omega-3/omega-6 ratio, or if you'