lower Leg Archive

  • Thigh Muscle Strains

    Thigh Muscle Strains

     What is a thigh muscle strain? A muscle strain, also called a pull or tear, is a common injury, particularly among athletes. The thigh has three sets of strong muscles: the hamstring muscles in the back, the quadriceps muscles in the front, and the adductor muscles on the inside. The quadriceps and hamstring muscle sets work [...]

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  • Achilles Tendon Problems

    Achilles Tendon Problems

    The Achilles tendon is the thickest and strongest tendon in the human body. It is a non elastic, fibrous tissue that attaches the calf (gastroc and soleus muscles) to the heel bone (calcaneus). The primary function of the Achilles tendon is to transmit the power of the calf muscles through the foot to allow for [...]

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  • Ankle Sprains

    Ankle Sprains

    An ankle sprain is the stretching or tearing of the ligaments that surround the ankle and provide stability to the ankle joint.  Ligaments are structures that connect bones together and restrict motion.  Ankle sprains can vary in severity.  Some sprains are mild and healing occurs in a matter of days.  Some sprains are severe and require [...]

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  • Calf Strain (Tennis Leg)

    Calf Strain (Tennis Leg)

    Calf Pain in a Recreational Tennis Player: More than Just a Pain in your Heel You stretch to hit the perfect volley when “Pop!” a ball hits you in the back of the leg. Or did it? Pain sears through your calf muscle. There’s no ball in sight. It has probably happened to you or someone [...]

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