Why Do I Have Sudden Painful Tightness In The Calf?

Posted on Wed, 9 Mar 2022

Question: I have a painful, tight calf. There has been no recent injury. I tried stretching and I have taken two advil.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
may need to be assessed

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

If there has been no recent injury, no increased activity, no sudden movement that could account for the pain then it is best to be seen by your doctor to rule out a clot. This is especially so if there is any swelling, redness.

This can be done by physical examination and also with the use of a type of ultrasound called doppler ultrasound.

If a clot is found then anti clotting medication would be needed for a few months.
Most persons, if a clot is found, can be treated effectively.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar