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Tight Calf Muscles

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Description:
Runners frequently suffer from Tight Calf Muscles. Tight Calf Muscles occur due to compartment syndrome, improper biomechanics, or a lack of stretching.

What is it?
Tight Calf Muscles is tightness in the gastrocnemius or soleus muscles. They often arise gradually over a longer period of time.

Common Signs & Symptoms:
Common symptoms include pain, stiffness, and tension in the calf muscles.

Common Assessments:
Assessment methods to determine if the issue is Tight Calf Muscles involve evaluating pain levels and location, testing strength limitations, analyzing gait mechanics, and inquiring into a history of achilles injuries
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