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Strained Calf Muscle, Sharp Shocks In The Area. What Can Prevent This Experience?
Hi Stephen. I recently have either straiend or pulled my right calf muscle from the treadmill at the gym. Last night I experienced what was almost like a sharp electric shock jolt go through my right calf which made me jump, I have had it it again today about 3 or 4 times throughout the day today Im wondering what this could be, and how to prevent this from happening? also should I be going to gym tonight for a walk on the treadmill. any help would be much aprreciated :) thanks Kayla
Mon, 25 Nov 2013
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You might have sustained a muscle pull injury. Resting for a day or two will relieve your symptoms. Also apply some anti inflammatory with muscle relaxant ointment combination. Please do not do heavy exercises at the gym for a week. I would suggest you not to go to gym today.
Hope this helps
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You might have sustained a muscle pull injury. Resting for a day or two will relieve your symptoms. Also apply some anti inflammatory with muscle relaxant ointment combination. Please do not do heavy exercises at the gym for a week. I would suggest you not to go to gym today.
Hope this helps
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