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.

Perhaps someone mentioned this already, I haven't read the entire thread.

This fall I had pains in my shins just below my knee cap so I went and bought a Mueller knee brace. I wore it from the moment I woke up until I went to bed and iced a couple times a day. Pain was gone in a week.
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Bas2456,
I couldn't find any information on the inserts. They are about 3/4" thick at the heal and then eventually taper to about 1/4" at the toe. Very light tan color, I think the built up heal helps the most.

Worth The Money ...
 

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I use mine to treat my Plantar fasciitis. It also works well for Achilles tendonitis. I highly recommend it.