 Pain that occurs in the calf muscle on the lower part of the leg often is the result of a pulled or torn calf muscle.A calf strain is similar to an Achilles tendon tear or rupture, but occurs higher up in the back of the leg. A sign of a calf strain is similar to that of an Achilles tendon rupture. You may think you've just been hit in the leg and potentially hear a "pop." There is sudden pain at the back of the calf. Then you’ll experience pain, swelling or bruising in the calf muscle, and you’ll have difficulty walking properly or standing on your toes. Calf injuries usually occur during acceleration or changes in direction. However, we have known people to tear their calf by simply walking across the road. Calf strains may be minor or very severe. Your physiotherapist will grade the injury accordingly: Grade 1:The muscle is stretched causing some small micro tears in the muscle fibres. Recovery takes approximately 2 to 4 weeks if you do all the right things. Grade 2:There is partial tearing of muscle fibres. Full recovery takes approximately 4 to 8 weeks with good rehabilitation. Grade 3:This is the most severe calf strain with a complete tearing or rupture of muscle fibres in the lower leg. Full recovery can take 3-4 months and, in some instances, surgery may be needed. How to Treat a Calf Muscle InjuryCalf tears are one of the most common problems that we see at PhysioWorks and it is unfortunately an injury that often recurs if you return to sport too quickly – especially if a thorough rehabilitation program is not completed. Researchers have concluded that there are essentially 6 stages that need to be covered to effectively rehabilitate these injuries and prevent recurrence – these are: Read full article about Calf Injuries Helpful Products for Calf Injuries |
Monday, November 11, 2013
How to Care for a Calf Muscle Injury
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