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Shin contusions or bruises are two of the most common injuries in soccer - if you aren't properly protected. The shin, or tibia, is not padded with fat, so it makes the area more susceptible to injury. Here are a few things to consider when choosing your shinguard.

Materials
Shinguards are available in a variety of materials, including fiberglass, rubber, polyurethane and nylon. Younger players should opt for a heavy-duty fiberglass guard. Midfielder's and defenders also will want a thicker guard. Impact-absorbing shinguards are usually made of foam rubber or other cushioning materials.

Sizing
Shinguards usually come in medium and large or junior or senior. Players under 5-foot-4 should opt for a medium or smaller size. Shinguards should fit from a couple inches below the knee to just above the bend of your ankle when you flex upward.