Why Are Soccer Shin Guards Important, and Which Ones Work Best?
The primary purpose of soccer shin guards is to prevent injury to the front of the lower leg. Some possible injuries include damage or fracture of the tibia. The tibia is the large bone in the front of the lower leg. Its orientation and the fact that it is located very close underneath the skin provide ample opportunity for serious and painful injuries during a game. Other areas that a shin guard protects are the muscles on either side of the tibia, and usually the guard provides some protection and support for the ankle. Way back in the mid 1800’s soccer matches were played with out any shin guards. And it wasn’t until around 1874 that wearing shin guards was allowed in as part of the rules of the game. So no doubt there were some serious lower leg injuries during these periods. The shin guards started off as a cut down pads used from the game cricket. This kind of pad was heavy and restrictive, so it soon became clear something better was needed, something lighter, that would allow f
