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Suggest Remedy For Discomfort In Calf Muscles

I am a 74 years old man who while bicycling fairly extensively have lost most my calve muscles to the degree that I cannot tip toe. My left leg toes can be overcome by my hand pushing against them and I can hardly tip toe ( for a few seconds only using both legs.To rebuild those muscles I started 2 months ago walking one to one hours a day, climbing stairs and exercising tip toeing, but all with no noticeable improvement. I appreciate your helpful comment.
Tue, 28 Jul 2020
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,

Please get your vitamin D and B12 checked. Also, check your serum calcium, if low take proper supplements. Apply Diclofenac gel and over the counter painkillers.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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Suggest Remedy For Discomfort In Calf Muscles

Hi, Please get your vitamin D and B12 checked. Also, check your serum calcium, if low take proper supplements. Apply Diclofenac gel and over the counter painkillers. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon