Calf Muscle Pain Treatment in Lahore

Introduction:

The calf muscles refer to the posterior of lower leg. It is composed of three distinct muscles plantaris, soleus, and gastrocnemius. Your ability to walk, run, leap, stand on your toes, and flex your foot push your toes down towards the ground all depends on the coordination of these lower leg muscles.

Calf Muscle Pain Causes:

Multiple factors can cause to calf muscle pain, such as:

1. Overuse or strain: Repeated tension or abrupt contractions can lead to muscle discomfort.
2. Muscle cramps: Caused by the muscles suddenly shortening. Constraints might result from dehydration as well as exertion. A cramp may only last a few seconds, but it can cause your muscle to hurt for hours afterwards, they are very common at night.
3. Achilles tendonitis: Without a break in between the repetitive activity inflames the tendon and cause pain. It is very common in runners.
4. Medical conditions: Peripheral artery disease, Diabetes and Nerve damage
5. Injury: such as muscle strain, trauma, fall

6.      Poor Footwear or Biomechanics

• Dehydration or electrolyte imbalance

8.      Age-related wear and tear

• Shin splints

Calf Muscle Pain Symptoms:

If you have a calf strain you may experience symptoms such as:

• sudden pain at the back of your leg
• your calf is stiff and weak when you walk
• you find it hard to rise up onto your toes
• swelling or bruising in the calf muscle

Calf Muscle Pain Treatment:

RICE method to mild pain:

• Rest: Take break and don’t exert any pressure or weight on the affected leg

• Ice: During the day, apply ice-pack to your swollen foot for 20 minutes twice a day. (Do not apply ice directly to the skin, it can cause ice-burn. Always use Ice- Pack)
  • Compression: Wrap or apply a compression bandage on your leg. Compression decrease pain and improve blood flow to the sore location.
  • Elevation: Raise your leg to a higher position, ideally higher than your heart. Use cushions, blankets, or pillows to support your leg all the way down.

Also Read: Best Workout Split for Muscle Gain

Stretches and Exercise for Calf Pain:

Stretches and rolling improves the flexibility and reduces muscle tension. Stretching also enhance blood circulation. Some of stretches include

• Standing calf stretch
• Seated calf stretch
• Wall pushup calf stretch
• Calf raise stretch

Massage Therapy:

Massage therapy promotes relaxation and improves circulation that reduces the inflammation and pain. Some techniques for massage are foam rolling and myofascial release.

Medications:

• NASIDS (anti-inflammatory drugs)
• Pain killers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen

Prevention Techniques:

• Proper warm up and cool down
• Strengthening exercises
• Running and walking, regular exercise
• Proper and comfortable footwear
• Electrolyte balance

Calf Muscle Pain Treatment in Lahore Pakistan

Are you looking for calf muscle pain treatment in Lahore, Pakistan? Book your appointment now with expert and most experienced physiotherapists at Physio Resource. Set off on the path to rehabilitation. Our top-notch physiotherapists provide the best possible care while maintaining a close eye on the needs of their patients.

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