Signs of a Blood Clot in the Leg

Posted October 28th, 2010 by Ian Constable 1 Comment

Sportspeople should be on their guard if they experience calf muscle soreness or a swollen calf for no reason.

If they do they should check for these symptoms :-

  • Gradual onset of PAIN
  • SWELLING
  • REDNESS
  • WARMTH to the touch
  • Increased PAIN with Dorsiflexion
  • LEG CRAMPS especially at night
  • Whiteish or Blueish DISCOLOURATION of SKIN
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Torn / Ruptured Calf Muscle Symptoms

Posted October 26th, 2010 by Ian Constable 1 Comment

Sudden, sharp, severe pain in the back of the Calf Muscle. You are unable to put the heel down properly.

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Plantaris Tendon / Muscle Rupture and Pulled Calf Muscle

Posted October 25th, 2010 by Ian Constable 1 Comment

Plantaris Tendon / Muscle Rupture Plantaris Tendon Rupture has become known as “Tennis Leg” although this term is also used for tears to the Gastroc or Soleus and / or any combination of the three muscles. The Plantaris muscle can become strained or suffer a complete tear. If you look at the tendon which is [...]

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