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What Causes Lower Calf Muscle Pain While Running?

I think I pulled my lower calf muscle while running on a treadmill this morning. I did this about (3) weeks ago as well and thought I was completely healed. But after 20 min of running at 5 mph, pain in my lower calf stopped me from running. What can I do to heal this injury.
Wed, 23 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have lower calf muscle pain while running . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle cramps , DVT , achilles tendon or trapped nerve . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses to calf muscle , take proper rest , do stretching exercises of calf and apply anti sprain gel which is available over the counter and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with vitamin supplement for quick recovery . In rare and severe cases doctor may recommend surgery .


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Lower Calf Muscle Pain While Running?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have lower calf muscle pain while running . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle cramps , DVT , achilles tendon or trapped nerve . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses to calf muscle , take proper rest , do stretching exercises of calf and apply anti sprain gel which is available over the counter and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with vitamin supplement for quick recovery . In rare and severe cases doctor may recommend surgery . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari