Calf swelling

Deep vein thrombosis DVT

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT is a blood clot in a vein. It is most common in the calf muscle area, particularly following surgery and long-haul flights. Do not confuse this with a calf strain.

Leg contusion & bruising

Contusion of the Lower Leg (Shin & Calf)

A calf contusion is caused by a direct impact or trauma to the muscle. Immediate first aid is important to avoid long term complications. Symptoms of a calf contusion Symptoms of a Calf contusion include:

Fibula fracture

Fibula Fracture

A fibula fracture is a break of the fibula bone in the lower leg. It is either a sudden onset acute fracture or a gradual onset stress fracture. A fibula fracture can occur at the

Calf strain

Calf Strain

A calf strain is a tear to one or more of the muscles at the back of the lower leg. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, treatment, and exercises for recovering from a torn calf

Lateral compartment syndrome

Lateral Compartment Syndrome

Lateral compartment syndrome occurs when the muscles swell too big for the surrounding sheath causing lower leg pain. It can be acute (if caused by a direct injury) or chronic (if it has come on

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