Saturday 2 December 2017

CALF MUSCLES STRAIN

CALF MUSCLES STRAIN - A calf strain is an injury to the muscles in the calf area. The calf muscle is actually composed of up to 9 separate muscles, any of which can be injured individually or together. Calf strains can occur during hi-speed motions like running and jumping, or from any type of forceful or #uncoordinated movement. Calf strains are a well-known problem for #runners#soccer and #basketball #players#gymnasts, and #dancers

SIGNS AND SYMPTOM OF CALF STRAIN

- A snap or pull felt or heard at the time of injury. A "pop" may be felt or heard at the time of injury of a Grade 3 calf strain.
#Pain and #weakness in the calf area.
#Swelling in the area.
#Tightness in the area.
#Bruising.
- Weakness in the calf when trying to walk, climb stairs, or stand.
#Limping when walking.
- Difficulty performing daily activities that require standing and walking.
- An inability to run or jump on the affected leg.





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