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By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide to Sports Medicine

Calf Pull Stretching Program

Saturday October 24, 2009

Calf pain can be caused by many reasons including tight, weak muscles of the lower leg (gastrocnemius or soleus), or a calf muscle injury such as a calf strain or pull.  A  regular stretching program can help reduce calf pain and prevent future calf injury.



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October 25, 2009 at 8:47 pm
(1) Dr. Jake Veigel says:

Exertional lower extremity pain can also be from stress fractures, artery issues, or chronic exertional compartment syndrome. Exercises are a good place to start, but if it doesn’t go away, see a doctor.

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