[chartrusepengui]

I have a device called pro-stretch I carry in my bag. It is flat on one side with a heel cup and the other side is curved from toe to heel (half circle). You rock back to stretch achilles and calf, but, then go forward as well. This really helps the front part of ankle and since I started using it I have not had any shin problems at all - whereas before using it I always seemed to have pain. I got it from a catalog I got from a physical therapist. I do a lot of stretching prior to every game. Device isn't cheap - I think I paid around $50 for it but I now have guys who have tried it asking if they can use it when we are at the same site. Several others have purchased them and carry in bag.