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What Causes Twitching Below Calf With History Of Achilles Tendonitis?
i have a long history of achilles tendonitis, i am a runner and for approx 6 yrs this condition has persisted. i have treated it well with ice/rest/stretches/medication however it returns just below the calf. I have seeked help and discovered that it is a leg length issue as well as poor foot mechanices! My question is why does the area twitch so much? what can i do besides ice to reduce the twitching? if i massage gently i twitches like mad, no pain at all!
Wed, 29 Jan 2020
Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to calf cramp which can be caused by many possible causes. One of the common causes are deficiencies of certain nutrients. So, I suggest taking a daily magnesium supplement. Gently stretch and massage the spasmodic muscle. Hold it in a stretched position until the spasms stop. Apply cold to sore muscles or heat to tense muscles. You can also use a muscle relaxant such as Baclofen for relieve.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to calf cramp which can be caused by many possible causes. One of the common causes are deficiencies of certain nutrients. So, I suggest taking a daily magnesium supplement. Gently stretch and massage the spasmodic muscle. Hold it in a stretched position until the spasms stop. Apply cold to sore muscles or heat to tense muscles. You can also use a muscle relaxant such as Baclofen for relieve.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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