it is a much smaller muscle and a very small tendon coursing down the back of the calf. For reasons unknown, the plantaris tendon can tear and snap causing severe pain, swelling and irritation in ...

Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD There are many different causes of calf pain. It may be directly related to your calf muscles—including the inner gastrocnemius and outer soleus muscles—or the ...

A chiropractor shares seven key stretches to help loosen tight calves and relieve tension in your lower legs after a workout.

A smaller muscle, called the plantaris ... and prevent strain or injury when doing high-impact activities like running and jumping, he adds. Perform the dynamic/active calf stretches in the ...