Calf Muscle Strain Treatment

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  • Опубліковано 19 бер 2019
  • Are you struggling to make a comeback after tearing or straining your calf muscle? In this video, Maryke explains the two main reasons why runners can suffer recurring calf strains and what treatment you need to get rid of them for good.
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  • @TheHutch000
    @TheHutch000 Рік тому +47

    In all my years of fitness training and rehab work . This is the most perfectly explained video on calf injury I have ever heard . Ever and Im in the 50 category. BRILLIANT Video thank you!!!

  • @chetranqui
    @chetranqui 3 роки тому +9

    Such a sensible approach. Thank you for helping me understand the scenario better and providing such simple recommendations. I'm now excited to work on my lower back and hammies... never woulda thought such a thing might impact my calves!

  • @sugnashukla501
    @sugnashukla501 3 роки тому +4

    This is the first time I hv ever heard someone’s lecture so interestingly!
    You are a real good speaker , loved your speech sis.Thank you for the advices too.

  • @jessicalaursen7113
    @jessicalaursen7113 3 роки тому +6

    This video has been super helpful! Especially the information on neural tension. Thank you!

  • @ChipKempston
    @ChipKempston 3 роки тому +9

    I've watched a ton of videos and spoken to numerous therapists about my calf injuries and general leg tightness. This test was so simple and clearly indicated neural tension.

  • @philgwellington6036
    @philgwellington6036 4 роки тому +20

    Thankyou from New Zealand. Your notion of interconnected neural tension rang a bell for me with reference to excruciating lower back pain which is aggravated by seemingly disparate movements. This explains a lot.

  • @librapower7810
    @librapower7810 5 років тому +6

    Thanks for sharing this is really useful for me , currently have a reoccuring calf tear , definatley have to gradually build the strength up and stop doing too much too soon

  • @onnokamst2755
    @onnokamst2755 3 роки тому +1

    Loved the explanation on neural tension! I now have another dimension of remedies to consider.

  • @rpmfitnesolutions
    @rpmfitnesolutions 3 роки тому

    Excellent episode with plenty of explanations and information - Thank You

  • @sarahsbushmanmfa8498
    @sarahsbushmanmfa8498 3 роки тому

    That was an awesome and helpful video. I just pulled my calf running about 2 hours ago, so thank you for sharing all of this wonderful information. I live in the US and I am jealous of the UK for being able to have online sports physio consults! What a cool resource.

  • @benjaminmoseslieb9856
    @benjaminmoseslieb9856 3 роки тому +2

    Super informative. Thank you for sharing, especially the bits about not using ice or anti-inflammatories if the pain isn't minimal, and the bit about the tight nerves. Describes my problems exactly.

  • @LorenzoTiezzi
    @LorenzoTiezzi Рік тому

    This explanation is perfect. I knew these things already and FELT on my calfs but you tend to forget them -

  • @philippekosmas7567
    @philippekosmas7567 2 місяці тому

    I CANNOT TELL YOU HOW MUCH I LOVE THIS VIDEO, LOVE YTOU FOR SHOWING ME THIS AND IS THE REASON I AM HAVING ISSUES. YOUR A LIFE SAVER....

  • @damiantrentdrivinginstruct6481
    @damiantrentdrivinginstruct6481 3 роки тому +5

    Thanks for this, the part about neural tension is very helpful.

  • @Andrew-dp5kf
    @Andrew-dp5kf 3 роки тому +1

    This was really useful and well explained. Recovering from insertional Achilles tendinitis at the moment so helpful information.

  • @kelderh
    @kelderh 3 роки тому +2

    This was so useful! Thank you so much!

  • @nicowilson8032
    @nicowilson8032 3 роки тому +1

    Great video and amazing explanation! Thank you

  • @carlosr.garcia9996
    @carlosr.garcia9996 Рік тому

    Thanks so much for the test and information! Much appreciated

  • @jilaann
    @jilaann 3 роки тому

    Hello from USA! Great video, love your accent! My first running injury... left calf strain on Day 1 of a 20 day run streak. I started having a sciatic problem on my left side in February after a long 2 Day road trip. When I strained the calf On my left, I felt like the two were somehow “connected”. This video was very helpful! Now if I can figure out where that sciatic is getting caught. I have been getting Chiropractic adjustments and that has helped tremendously along with stretching. THANK YOU!

  • @walterbergrodriguez8461
    @walterbergrodriguez8461 2 роки тому

    Awesome video, very informative and helpful. Thank you

  • @helenfrank1334
    @helenfrank1334 3 роки тому

    Thank you thank you! Such clear and knowledgeable explanations

  • @jarondavis9795
    @jarondavis9795 3 роки тому +2

    This video is incredible, thank you!

  • @teestarbird4478
    @teestarbird4478 4 роки тому

    Outstanding video...thank you for this.

  • @ralphrex9118
    @ralphrex9118 3 роки тому

    Fascinating, excellent data, many thanks.

  • @burkitali7423
    @burkitali7423 4 роки тому +1

    thank you for explaining this with patience and detail.

  • @RonenZhurat
    @RonenZhurat 3 роки тому +1

    Great content! Really helps. Keep it up.

  • @JoffEngland
    @JoffEngland 4 роки тому +1

    Fabulous explanation and rehab advice here, I'm subscribing, thanks.

  • @ricks1206
    @ricks1206 4 роки тому +2

    I really appreciate your explanation of my injury. I am 64 and have had this problem on and off for the past 25 years. I have been to doctors and they have never explained how to fix this except to rest. I will follow your advice and hope for the best. Thanks!

    • @SportsInjuryPhysio
      @SportsInjuryPhysio  4 роки тому

      Hi Rick. I'm glad you found it useful! Good luck with getting those calves strong! xm

  • @markfreedman2470
    @markfreedman2470 2 роки тому

    I think you are probably the best of the best in your field. I enjoy listening to your videos. Keep up the great work.

  • @domenicocarella2625
    @domenicocarella2625 4 роки тому +7

    Very interesting and competent explanation, it makes a lot of sense... I will put the suggestion into practice immediately. Thank you!!!

  • @vc3694
    @vc3694 3 роки тому

    Very informative. Thank you.

  • @gegenton3953
    @gegenton3953 2 роки тому +2

    Not training is the hardest part for me. I suffer from tight and hurting calves for weeks now. After my latest run that was really painful the same evening I now will slow down and actually concentrate on rehab. Thanks for the useful tips!

  • @simonhouse4126
    @simonhouse4126 7 місяців тому

    So perfect and consice. Thank you for the insight and knowledge to heal my self.

  • @andrewogrady7505
    @andrewogrady7505 2 роки тому

    Excellent, concise and amazingly informative.

  • @traceyshaw4942
    @traceyshaw4942 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Mareike for this excellent explanation, and I think your video explains my slow recovery from 2 calf muscle tears in the past 6 months, the age issue, the building back of the fibres AND the neural issues ( I have almost constant tingling in my foot ) and a long history of SI joint pain/injury.

  • @SALIM86
    @SALIM86 3 роки тому

    Great video I got this injury yesterday

  • @ag23100
    @ag23100 3 роки тому

    you are a smart individual. good video!!!

  • @StephenAndrichuk
    @StephenAndrichuk 5 років тому +3

    I found it useful, thank you

  • @gateng1573
    @gateng1573 2 роки тому

    Many thanks, this was very helpful

  • @kylerichardson1242
    @kylerichardson1242 Рік тому

    Great stuff. Informative video with actionable advice. Thank you so much!

  • @belizon
    @belizon 3 роки тому

    This is superb. Thank you.

  • @keyfeatures
    @keyfeatures 2 роки тому

    Wow, this video is so helpful. I have got calf pain on one side after just getting back into running after several years - also heading towards 50 - and after doing the test it defnitely seems like neural tension.

  • @Dunc2222
    @Dunc2222 2 роки тому

    Outstanding video, thank you.

  • @PhysioAl1
    @PhysioAl1 Місяць тому +1

    Great advice!

  • @MrSuperdurden
    @MrSuperdurden 3 роки тому +18

    This was really good, the best explanation and advice I’ve heard. Makes so much sense and explains my injury spot on.

    • @7277k
      @7277k 3 роки тому

      Agree 100%

  • @secularpilgrim1372
    @secularpilgrim1372 4 роки тому +2

    This was very good! Intelligent and informative. 5 stars. And thank you!

  • @TuffHtKingswood
    @TuffHtKingswood 2 роки тому +1

    WOW! Thank you! I have crazy neural strain from my hamstrings down. Chin to chest, leant forwards and tried to lift my right leg up. Shooting nerve pain. Soon as I lifted my chin up I could somewhat straighten my leg.

  • @vyleart4488
    @vyleart4488 4 роки тому +20

    Excellent video. Was running 15 to 20 miles a week regularly. Had to pause for two weeks due to work, when I came back to running I strained my calf level 2 going up a steep hill. Very frustrating situation, but my intuition was to do what you advised and not push too far while still strengthening by walking. Very frustrating to go from 6miles per run to 1.5, but at 46 I have to take good care of myself. Your video was by far the best I found on youtube on the subject and so relevant to my experience. Very clear and logical. The part about nerve tension made perfect sense, as I have had had pinched nerve issues in the past. Subscribed!

    • @SportsInjuryPhysio
      @SportsInjuryPhysio  4 роки тому

      I'm glad you found it useful David. Good luck with your recovery! xm

    • @jarondavis9795
      @jarondavis9795 3 роки тому

      Same, 1 bad incline run 2 months ago and now I have a knot and inflamed soleus..what gives!

    • @tringerjrcpa
      @tringerjrcpa Рік тому

      Is the nerve xalf situation as tou described the same as having an annoying but sensitive hot or tender to touch spot on the calf?? That's been my recurring calf injury history

    • @dwaynebrown2626
      @dwaynebrown2626 5 місяців тому

      @@SportsInjuryPhysiowhat do you recommend for strengthening exercises? Walking?? I’ve run my whole life but recently went from my longest run of 20 miles to doing a 100 mile run. Started calf issues while training for it and has continued ever since. I have not rehabbed properly or waited long enough for it to heal. Thanks

  • @chadanderson9140
    @chadanderson9140 4 роки тому +6

    Spot on mate! Everything you spoke of applies to my current state!

  • @mpuccio123
    @mpuccio123 2 місяці тому +2

    Fantastic and very helpful. Thank you. Much better channel than Brad and Bob!

  • @elvisgarciadejesus
    @elvisgarciadejesus 3 роки тому

    Thanks for your good advices .

  • @1966jamesM
    @1966jamesM 3 роки тому +1

    Great explanation. Thank you. The 50 year old male's switch, you couldn't be closer to the mark with that statement! I've spent fortunes on physio and nobody has ever explained why it keeps reoccurring. Around 5 years ago I broke a metatarsal on the left side after I'd been having reoccurring calf tightness for a several months, I can't help but think the two are possibly related.

  • @MrKnockton
    @MrKnockton 4 роки тому

    Great video and has really helped me understand what may be causing my on-going calf issues

  • @julienbouillot6960
    @julienbouillot6960 3 роки тому +31

    Very instructive and definitely backed up by science. That being said this is still very focused on the symptoms as opposed to the root cause. I have suffered from calf strains between 2016 and 2020. I thought I was never be going to be able to run again. I realized that 2 factors were at the genesis of my issues: the first one is I went from running 30K a week to 60/70 topping 90k in 3 months for a marathon training. I put way too much intensity putting too much strain on the muscle and just put in too much volume in too short of a period of time. I was not recovering and kept loading and loading the muscle requiring 1 physio session a week.The second reason was just poor running form.. I was using the calves to propel me rather than leveraging larger muscle groups such as the glutes or the hamstrings. Running is not just about buying a pair of shoes and go out. It requires a specific technique that unfortunately very few coaches focus on. After 4 years of struggle I am back to running 45/60K a week on top of biking and swimming. I have not been to a physic in 18 months.I run slower , better and that has made me faster. Fixing injuries takes a holistic approach, it is about technique and rehab before rehab.

  • @kristopherball153
    @kristopherball153 4 роки тому

    Very useful for my repeating calf strains, thank you.

  • @boxingmachamp3178
    @boxingmachamp3178 7 місяців тому

    Great video thanks

  • @ddcan132
    @ddcan132 5 місяців тому

    Amazing :) I have no doubt this video is really the most explanatory video for calf muscle strain treatment in whole universe.
    Really thanks a lot

  • @ebal08
    @ebal08 4 роки тому +6

    Thank you for this!

  • @danasugg3893
    @danasugg3893 Рік тому

    Excellent video. Thank you so much.

  • @leeatkins1995
    @leeatkins1995 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant video. Very informative. What though are good strengthening exercises to begin rehab? I am just turned 50 years old and have just returned to running, I have a lower calf strain from two days ago. I still seem to be flexible judged by the exercises you have demonstrated. The calf already feels much better and there was only light pain when I walked a couple of miles today.

  • @billetdc
    @billetdc 3 роки тому

    Thank you. Well done!

  • @trenbolone007
    @trenbolone007 3 роки тому +1

    Long distance runner here (35-40miles/weekly). Very informative on calve strains/injuries. LOL... 45yr old here. Do incorporate strength training and plyometric training. You now have a new subscriber. Thank you for the content and info.

  • @moviesarena3577
    @moviesarena3577 Рік тому

    Thanks so much
    You really helped me

  • @oscarparadajr
    @oscarparadajr 4 роки тому +6

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I am runner with constant calf strain issues and I think you hit it really home for me when you stressed the time it takes to heal as well as strengthening the muscle.

    • @SportsInjuryPhysio
      @SportsInjuryPhysio  4 роки тому

      I'm glad you found it useful! I always think that if you understand how something heals it's much easier to stick to the boring exercises 😉

  • @shadowwarrior2030
    @shadowwarrior2030 3 роки тому

    This is very useful. Thanks.

  • @4munitas
    @4munitas 3 роки тому +3

    Damn! I've learned so much from this video. I did what you showed to find out whether its my nerves in my back and it is exactly like you said. Do you recommend any specific exercise to make progress in that area? THANKS

  • @CodsVlogs
    @CodsVlogs 5 років тому +20

    I’ve got this injury atm!! Thanks for the help praying I’ll be back soon

  • @broncotrail
    @broncotrail 6 місяців тому

    great video! thanks!

  • @quammeriqbal5666
    @quammeriqbal5666 2 роки тому

    Had Calf problems for some time now keep pulling them every time i play tennis or football and evening running. Then you added in about nurotension and back problems and 3 years ago i got a bulging disc due to a 30 mile charity walk plus just turned 50. Did that simple test you showed and yes it works. So Thank you and very useful

  • @AdamThomas28
    @AdamThomas28 Рік тому

    Wow so informative. I’ve had reoccurring calf injuries for two years now. Some lots of research but this is the first time I’m hearing about this approach to it. Thanks for sharing and I will implement this approach to become healthy

  • @davidspencer6384
    @davidspencer6384 Рік тому

    Am in this situation right now.
    9 weeks post-injury and I thought walking and increasing swimming was enough physio. Wrong. Regressed about four weeks in a few days after unwittingly overdoing it. Lesson learned and this video confirms everything. Thanks for posting.

  • @mrforrest
    @mrforrest 3 роки тому

    Good stuff. Much appreciated.

  • @johnguava
    @johnguava 2 місяці тому +1

    The sciatica nerve test is life changing for me. Thank you. Just had a gnarly calf tear, sounds like I gotta work on my lower back and hamstrings too

  • @Mangoboy1
    @Mangoboy1 2 роки тому

    Fantastic advice

  • @xxl8225
    @xxl8225 Рік тому

    Very informative, thank you!

  • @michaelstusiak5902
    @michaelstusiak5902 10 місяців тому

    I'm dealing with 2-3 grade strain. This video has been very helpful. Thank you.

  • @robertmccue3198
    @robertmccue3198 5 років тому

    Great video!!

  • @alvor2762
    @alvor2762 2 роки тому

    Well this was extremely informative. I am 70+ and hurt a calf muscle doing a jog/walk the other day. It then appeared to be OK and then what did I do, ran again and now in real trouble. I hope people watch this video and take note. The sad thing I play golf and now that's going to be affected while I recover. First time I have ever damaged a calf muscle.

  • @mohammedanazt
    @mohammedanazt Рік тому

    Thank you madam... nice explanation

  • @hardbodytwiss
    @hardbodytwiss Рік тому

    Perfectly explained

  • @crayzmarc
    @crayzmarc 2 роки тому

    Great and detailed explanation.

  • @ronniegrey4445
    @ronniegrey4445 4 роки тому

    Reacurring back pain makes so much sense now, something had to give my calf muscle could'nt take the constant pounding anymore. I'm 55yrs didn't see this injury coming at all, just bang! it hit me so suddenly. Thanks for sharing.

  • @eatRightMonk
    @eatRightMonk Рік тому

    Super informative 👍.Thanks ❤ 😊

  • @shirleesmith1525
    @shirleesmith1525 2 роки тому +1

    I've had an upper back/shoulder muscle spasm for 30 years. Now, I have managed to tear each calf muscle with minimal exercise and have plantar faciiatis (spelling) in my foot specifically on the same side where I had the calf tear that feels like it has never healed properly. I think after listening to you I may need to stretch out the areas more.

  • @markthomasson5077
    @markthomasson5077 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks, very well and clearly explained.
    I am 64, I get knotted calves so easily. Recovery is at least 6 months from 3 long hill runs. As ever I started to hard, just learning how to really slow down.

    • @joelhouse7533
      @joelhouse7533 3 роки тому

      I am in the same age group. I have heard older runners say they have to live with fewer miles to avoid injury. I think what she describes makes sense that older males who get injured will be looking at long rehabilitation times. Mentally, we are not a good group for long rehabilitation. So my colleagues have opted to run fewer miles as a solution for not recognizing our body’s aging effects and proper healing. Takes discipline to stay in the game. I am slowly recovering from a repetitive motion injury to my calf. Re-aggravated when I started back too soon. Live and learn. And we all hate COVID pounds.

    • @markthomasson5077
      @markthomasson5077 3 роки тому +1

      I am now doing 3-5k most days, with a 14k once perhaps twice a week. I am getting on with strength exercises, say 20minutes most days

  • @woohoo201
    @woohoo201 3 роки тому +1

    Very helpful. I keep straining my calf more than a grade 1 from just walking.

  • @DaveRussellShatner
    @DaveRussellShatner 3 роки тому

    Superb. Many thanks.

  • @sramrajs
    @sramrajs 3 роки тому

    Very informative,

  • @rocky2karma
    @rocky2karma 2 роки тому

    Thanks for posting this video, very helpful!-D

  • @nonso3747
    @nonso3747 2 роки тому

    This injury is very very tricky ... I'm glad I got this info on it... But gosh this is going a very long lay off for me 4 weeks without football 😥

  • @moderntimes4814
    @moderntimes4814 3 роки тому

    You are great.....live from India ....

  • @benjanson7484
    @benjanson7484 4 роки тому +2

    Great video and info is on the money- got Achilles tendinitis at age 34 which was exactly as you described felt like someone whacked me in the calf muscle with a baseball bat took 13 weeks to heal, kept doing accentrically loaded heel drops for a while and no problems stopped doing the exercises thinking I was in the clear and bang, got Achilles tendinitis on the other leg. You MUST keep up the strengthening exercises to keep injury at bay

  • @curtis1740
    @curtis1740 2 роки тому

    Great video
    Thank you

  • @garyhenthorn250
    @garyhenthorn250 3 роки тому

    Very informative

  • @CE-fj9tb
    @CE-fj9tb Рік тому

    Great information!

  • @DraGnFly007
    @DraGnFly007 2 роки тому

    This WAS WONDERFUL! You're right! I'm a daily walker...or was. Growing into our 50s brings a lot of physical challenges! I am struggling with 2 very tight calf muscles! They are the worse in the morning where I can barely walk but will get better throughout the day, but come the morning, I'm back at square ! Help!! I'm so sad.

  • @angelgegege
    @angelgegege Рік тому

    Thank you for this video. You’re awesome!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😜

  • @ChocBomb
    @ChocBomb Рік тому

    Excellent, thank you very informative.

  • @Hougenie100
    @Hougenie100 2 роки тому

    Hi, great video. How soon after the strain would you advise starting the strengthening exercises?

  • @armaniedwards
    @armaniedwards 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for saying it takes about 4 weeks for grade 1 strains. I’ve been thinking this whole time it takes 1-2 weeks and I get frustrated. But it’s good to know that was 4 weeks is more likely