Do you suffer from calf pain or discomfort?
The calf muscle is made up of two different muscles. These muscles are the gastrocnemius and the soleus muscles. The join to form the Achilles tendon which inserts into the heel. Some common calf complaints patients attend Archview Physiotherapy Clinic with include calf cramps, muscle strains, Achilles’ tendinitis, compartment syndrome, plantar fasciitis.
Some tips for preventing calf pain and injuries:
- Warm up before exercise
- Stretching / Strengthening to help with calf strength and endurance
- Wear good quality shoes
- Stay hydrated
- Avoid prolonged sitting / lying in bed
- Massage therapy and dry needling therapy can also help maintain good tissue length
At Archview Physiotherapy, we provide treatments to ease calf pain, such as:
- Deep tissue massage
- Sports massage
- Trigger point release
- Laser
- Dry needling
- Orthotics or prescription insoles
- Stretching and strengthening exercises
To book an appointment with one of our team at Archview Physiotherapy Pain and Sports Injury Clinic, please call 014913228 or book online www.archviewclinic.ie. Located in Ranelagh, Dublin 6.