You have indicated that you have calf pain

Below are some specific descriptions of symptoms related to a running calf injury or calf pain.

Decide which description most closely matches the calf problem you are experiencing then click on
the button next to it. You will be presented with a likely diagnosis for your calf injury and advice as to
what to do.

You can diagnose other running injuries here.

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Click on the description that most closely matches your symptoms:

Symptom 1

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  • Constant calf pain.
  • Tenderness at a point deep in the muscle.
  • Swelling.
  • Redness and heat over a large area of the calf.

Symptom 2

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  • A sudden pain in the calf, about halfway between the knee and ankle.
  • Pain standing on tip toe, jumping or running.
  • The pain may be mild (such as just when you run) right up to severe (where you cannot put weight on the leg).
  • Pain and swelling or bruising in the muscle at the area of pain.
  • Bruising may also occur at the back of the knee or in the ankle.
  • Calf strains can be the result of a movement that stretches the calf muscle beyond its normal ability, a sudden or explosive movement, overuse of the muscle, or muscle fatigue.