Calf Strain Treatment- 90 Questions Answered

Frequently i am facing issue of strain above calf muscle area ( behind joint area). In the nights severity is more. Just like to understand possible reasons and suggestions on way forward

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Dr. Manhar Jogi General Physician | Ahmedabad

Please do B12.D3 calcium magnesium LEVEL TEST ... Read More

Las night suddenly I had right leg calf muscle strain..my ecg ,echo are normal at is the cause is from heart or just muscle strain...do I need vitamin d..plz advise...but my b12 is 345 and d3 is 38(30-80is normal range)

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Dr. Gaurav Gautam General Physician | Ranchi

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Very recently I started running around in the mornings. 3 days into the activity and I can't run a couple of hundred metres now. My calf muscles strain very quickly. What do I need to do to keep running everyday and keep myself fit?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 111 Views v

Dr. Venkat Raghav General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello, Pain in the calf, as well as swelling, tenderness and muscle tightness, resulting from sudden overloading of the muscles during speedwork. Treat with ice and anti-inflammatories. Stop running f ... Read More

Leg Calf Muscle/Vein Strain. It's been a month I have this problem. After my kickboxing activity I felt strain on my right leg calf muscle or vein I am not sure. I'm able to walk and run however pain starts. I'm not sure whether its a muscle strain or vein problem. Can any one suggest any doctor with this issue that can help me out?

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Dr. Rajeev Nirawane Orthopedist | Pune

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Calf strain can happen due to micro tears in the gastrosoleus muscle. Healing does take time. What you need is a good rehabilitation protocol. is a blood vessel which carries blood from muscle to hea ... Read More

I was playing football and went up for a catch , landed and my calf just locked and my calf or Achilles was hurting and i couldn’t move my leg for like 20 sec until my friend stretched it out but now it’s been like 2 hours but still hurts not as much as it was when I landed

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Dr. R.Ravindranath Diabetologist | Chennai

Take fomentation & rest The rest nature-will do ... Read More

Hi I am 29 year old male and I had been on a trekking last week, post which I am having a continuous pain in my calf while walking and in the night. Is it because of the stress or another reason. Kindly guide a complete treatment for the same.

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Dr. K Shanmuganandan General Physician | Chennai

It may be cramps Pl consult through practo paid consult for needful please ... Read More

I started with mild calf strain 4 weeks back, rested for 2 weeks, then worked out in gym again, it made situation worse and it became grade 2 or moderate tear, resting since last 2 weeks, after 5 days since moderate strain, went to office and walked in limping or awkward position, it extended the pain right up to ankle, Achilles' tendon, now since

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Mr. Anjani Kumar Goel Occupational Therapist | Delhi

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Hope it's not a complete tear ... Read More

Calf pain. I am suffering from thyroid. Cholesterol and triglycerides. Almost night time before going to bed I am suffering from calf pain. If more strain is there more calf pain

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Dr. Amit Kumar Mukherjee Neurosurgeon | Raipur

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Consult physician ... Read More

No heavy exercise or jumping or extreme walking. But only sharp pain on sides on calf muscles was observed suddenly and hurt a lot when walking or even standing. But as suggested by various doctors ice pack treatment did work to a great extent. Also a little easy stretching exercises are being done. Now there is reduction in pain and less strain. T

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Ms. U Hemalatha (PT) Physiotherapist | Chennai

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Consult the Physiotherapist n ur problem reduce. ... Read More

Restricted movement, and litte pain on my left shoulder. Strain on left knee and around its muscles. Moderate strain and little pain on left leg from calf muscles to heel and stress on left ankle. What should I do to recover from this? I am a dancer

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Dr. Vinod Kumar AC General Physician | Bangalore

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these symptoms may be due to your professional stress and strain, some time fatigue muscle will be painful, give rest to the region, hot or cold pack,if doesn't subside consult orthopedic surgeon ... Read More

I got a muscle strain last Friday now it's a week and after taking zerodol and spray and hot water treatment it's still paining after I wake up

Asked for Female, 31 Years 43 Views v

Dr. Krishna Reddy Nallamilli Orthopedist | Kakinada

Based on your description, it is difficult to confirm that this is only a simple muscle strain. While mild muscle strains usually improve within 2–6 weeks with rest, medications, and gradual rehabilit ... Read More

Hello doctor I had this problem for last one month when lift a person from down to up I had this strain suggest treatment for this attached my report MRI Is that recovery possible without surgery

Asked for Male, 33 Years 108 Views v

Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Sexologist | Delhi

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Proper treatment required ... Read More

Hello doctor I had this problem for last one month when lift a person from down to up I had this strain suggest treatment for this attached my report MRI

Asked for Male, 33 Years 60 Views v

Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia Orthopedic surgeon | Ahmedabad

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What problem at present you are having? ... Read More

I have pulled out my hamstring and calf muscle due to wrong posture and repetitive strain. Although it's recovering and pain and swelling has rescued a but the stiffness of hamstring and calf muscle is same..and m not able to straighten the legs Does it take longer for stiffness to go away

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Dr. Shefali Gandotra (PT) Physiotherapist | Jammu

Please consult online. Few detais needed ... Read More

Hello sir and mam My baby is only 39days old. She pass gas every day for 10 times. After waking up she straining a lot and not crying. And she straining a lot but not pooping. That is starining or what? Pllz suggest any thing serious.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 110 Views v

Dr. Anil Kumar P Pediatrician | Malappuram

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Dear Mother Greetings! Your complaint and your concern is noted. To give an expert opinion in this case, l need further medical information. So arrange for an expert consultation ... Read More

My husband having very tending pain in calf muscles between knee and ankle in both legs from last 5 years..no any other health issue.his professional is on fieldwork.please tell whom do I consult and what precaution and treatment should be taken??

Asked for Female, 32 Years 83 Views v

Dr. Aditya Reddy G R Orthopedist | Hyderabad

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Need more information on the type and location of pain. Is it on the back side of knee to ankle or towards the inner side of the leg? Does it increase on walking for sometime and so severe on walking ... Read More

Due to chewing of panmasala since last couple of years my teeths get internal and external deep strains I want to whitening my teeths suggest me best treatment.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 118 Views v

Dr. Fareha Hamid Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon | Noida

Dear practo user. You can undergo professional dental cleaning followed by bleaching of your teeth. Also try quitting your habit. ... Read More

In the morning after I wake up, there is pain in the left calf muscle. During the day, pain fades away but still can feel strain in the left leg. I am worried if this is something serious?

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Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

Actually I'm facing eye-strain from last few days, I felt like it is due to using my mac for more than 3 hours a day plus watching tv in the hectic lockdown period. So should I go for anti-blue light lenses or for a treatment? Because viewing screen for such a time is my job!

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Dr. Vinod Kumar BM Ophthalmologist | Dehradun

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Just use lubricating drops and gap in between while working. If strain persists get consultanion from doctor ... Read More

I have persisting pain in hip, thigh and calf of left leg. This is despite no heavy exercise or recent injury. The hip and thigh are tender to the touch. Calf pain persists throughout day and night. This is similar to my earlier pain after an ACL strain injury during playing football over 7-8 years ago. Need urgent pain management solution

Asked for Male, 37 Years 120 Views v

Dr. Darpan Govil Orthopedist and Traumatology Specialist | Udham Singh Nagar

Rest Tab Zerodol SP BD ... Read More

I am having severe pain in calf muscle, it will be more at night, since three days it has become reddish color on my calf muscle, pls advice the reason n treatment

Asked for Female, 31 Years 112 Views v

Dr. R Kartheek Orthopedist | Hyderabad

You need to consult Orthopaedic surgeon in person as it might be simple night cramps or deep vein thrombosis. ... Read More

I am having severe pain in calf muscles, it will be more in night time, since 3 days it has become reddish color on my calf muscle, please let me know the reason n treatment

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Dr. Amit Agrawal Orthopedist | Raipur

Looks like infection of skin. Show to doctor immediately. ... Read More

Hello, I injured my calf while running. I initially thought it is just a calf strain, but it has been almost 5-6 weeks and the pain is still there. I don't have any pain while walking or while touching my calf. However as soon as I run for even 5 minutes, there is intense pain. This pain lasts for a few hours and then starts going away again. I am

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 66 Views v

Dr. Pranav Patel General Physician | Vadodara

Looks like strain. ... Read More

Hi My father is 60 year old. He feels pain in lower legs(calf) almost every day in night. Please suggest what treatment he needs.

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Dr. Dimple Kapasi (PT) Physiotherapist | Mumbai

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Calf pain could be various reasons but commonly it's tightness Gently ask him to stretch is calf by lying down and keeping leg straight and tying a belt around the foot and lift the keg up and pull an ... Read More

My wife has calf pain. She gets that pain in night time. Can any one suggest best doctor for treatment

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Dr. Anand Walavalkar Orthopedist | Mumbai

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It's a very minor thing. Kindly consult for treatment. Don't worry it will go away. ... Read More

I was having problem of Acid Reflux/GERD for past month I suppose. After the treatment with PPIs, there is much relief now. But a bit of muscle strain is there in throat without any else difficulty. What it could be a sign of? Is it anything related to any serious issue?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 108 Views v

Dr. Ashwani Kumar Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Faridabad

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no..but needs to b examined ... Read More

My leg is fatty ..specially knee calf muscle is more fatty than the other calf muscle..but no pain no swelling...only I feel the right calf is fatty than the left one...what should I do

Asked for Female, 26 Years 282 Views v

Dr. Amita Wagle General Physician | Thane

Relax, nothing to worry If the change is recent only then you need to see a doctor ... Read More

I have to strain a lot What causes me to strain I dont have hard stools but I have to strain My doctor gave me laxatives but still have to strain Whst can be the reason for this???

Asked for Female, 20 Years 178 Views v

Dr. Rahul Poddar Laparoscopic Surgeon | Ghaziabad

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Obstructive defecatory syndrome may be one of the Possibilities. Other causes are possible. Squatting while defecation can help. Dietery changes may help. Have plenty of fluids. ... Read More

I have hamstring strain in my right leg what to do for cure of this problem it's been a month since I have this problem

Asked for Male, 24 Years 230 Views v

Dr. Vishwas Virmani (PT) Physiotherapist | Noida

Chiropractic adjustment will help. Towel Hamstring Stretch ... Read More

I am a 34 year old man, who is very fit otherwise. But since last 3 days i am having lot of calf pain. what are calf pain reasons? i dont want to be able to miss my daily squash and disrupt my fitness routine. please suggest treatment too.

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Dr. Vishal Patil Orthopedist | Pune

It can be injury ,venous thrombosis, referred pain from back etc ... Read More

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Frequently i am facing issue of strain above calf muscle area ( behind joint area). In the nights severity is more. Just like to understand possible reasons and suggestions on way forward

Las night suddenly I had right leg calf muscle strain..my ecg ,echo are normal at is the cause is from heart or just muscle strain...do I need vitamin d..plz advise...but my b12 is 345 and d3 is 38(30-80is normal range)

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Very recently I started running around in the mornings. 3 days into the activity and I can't run a couple of hundred metres now. My calf muscles strain very quickly. What do I need to do to keep running everyday and keep myself fit?

I was playing football and went up for a catch , landed and my calf just locked and my calf or Achilles was hurting and i couldn’t move my leg for like 20 sec until my friend stretched it out but now it’s been like 2 hours but still hurts not as much as it was when I landed

Hi I am 29 year old male and I had been on a trekking last week, post which I am having a continuous pain in my calf while walking and in the night. Is it because of the stress or another reason. Kindly guide a complete treatment for the same.

Calf pain. I am suffering from thyroid. Cholesterol and triglycerides. Almost night time before going to bed I am suffering from calf pain. If more strain is there more calf pain

Restricted movement, and litte pain on my left shoulder. Strain on left knee and around its muscles. Moderate strain and little pain on left leg from calf muscles to heel and stress on left ankle. What should I do to recover from this? I am a dancer

I got a muscle strain last Friday now it's a week and after taking zerodol and spray and hot water treatment it's still paining after I wake up

Hello doctor I had this problem for last one month when lift a person from down to up I had this strain suggest treatment for this attached my report MRI Is that recovery possible without surgery

Hello doctor I had this problem for last one month when lift a person from down to up I had this strain suggest treatment for this attached my report MRI

I have pulled out my hamstring and calf muscle due to wrong posture and repetitive strain. Although it's recovering and pain and swelling has rescued a but the stiffness of hamstring and calf muscle is same..and m not able to straighten the legs Does it take longer for stiffness to go away

Hello sir and mam My baby is only 39days old. She pass gas every day for 10 times. After waking up she straining a lot and not crying. And she straining a lot but not pooping. That is starining or what? Pllz suggest any thing serious.

My husband having very tending pain in calf muscles between knee and ankle in both legs from last 5 years..no any other health issue.his professional is on fieldwork.please tell whom do I consult and what precaution and treatment should be taken??

Due to chewing of panmasala since last couple of years my teeths get internal and external deep strains I want to whitening my teeths suggest me best treatment.

In the morning after I wake up, there is pain in the left calf muscle. During the day, pain fades away but still can feel strain in the left leg. I am worried if this is something serious?

Actually I'm facing eye-strain from last few days, I felt like it is due to using my mac for more than 3 hours a day plus watching tv in the hectic lockdown period. So should I go for anti-blue light lenses or for a treatment? Because viewing screen for such a time is my job!

I am having severe pain in calf muscle, it will be more at night, since three days it has become reddish color on my calf muscle, pls advice the reason n treatment

I am having severe pain in calf muscles, it will be more in night time, since 3 days it has become reddish color on my calf muscle, please let me know the reason n treatment

Hi My father is 60 year old. He feels pain in lower legs(calf) almost every day in night. Please suggest what treatment he needs.

My wife has calf pain. She gets that pain in night time. Can any one suggest best doctor for treatment

I was having problem of Acid Reflux/GERD for past month I suppose. After the treatment with PPIs, there is much relief now. But a bit of muscle strain is there in throat without any else difficulty. What it could be a sign of? Is it anything related to any serious issue?

My leg is fatty ..specially knee calf muscle is more fatty than the other calf muscle..but no pain no swelling...only I feel the right calf is fatty than the left one...what should I do

I have to strain a lot What causes me to strain I dont have hard stools but I have to strain My doctor gave me laxatives but still have to strain Whst can be the reason for this???

I have hamstring strain in my right leg what to do for cure of this problem it's been a month since I have this problem

I am a 34 year old man, who is very fit otherwise. But since last 3 days i am having lot of calf pain. what are calf pain reasons? i dont want to be able to miss my daily squash and disrupt my fitness routine. please suggest treatment too.

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