Sports Therapy

A calf pull is an injury where one or more muscles in the calf are strained, which can tear muscle tissue. An Achilles tear occurs when the Achilles tendon itself is damaged; some may use the...

The Achilles tendon is a major band of connective tissue that runs from the heel up the calf and plays an important role in the foot's ability to bear weight and push off the ground. If the tendon...

The Achilles tendon is a tough band of tissue that runs along the back of the lower leg and connects to the foot at the heel. The Achilles tendon plays a pivotal role in walking and standing; any...

The Achilles tendon is a large tendon that attaches to the foot at the heel and runs along the back of the calf. The Achilles tendon may be strained, torn or become inflamed (tendonitis) due to...

The ankles are complex joints consisting of many bones and ligaments that must support the entire body whenever a person is on their feet. Due to the large amount strain placed upon them, the...

The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is a major ligament in the knee. It is one of the most commonly injured ligaments in the body. ACL injuries can lead to knee instability and difficulty...

The Achilles tendon is attached to the heel and the back of the calf. Intense physical activity may cause trauma to the tendon, which can rupture or tear. An Achilles rupture is a serious injury...

Calf muscles are made up of the gastrocnemius and the soleus. These muscles are located on the back of your lower leg. Pulling a calf muscle is actually a partial tear in the muscle fibers. The...

Cramps can be painful and cause discomfort, but cramps can be prevented. To avoid cramping you need to understand the source. Cramps can occur because of dehydration, temperature, and low amounts...

The calf muscles are used to flex and extend the foot. They can often become strained from overuse or from getting pushed beyond a normal range of motion. When this happens, there are several...

Learn how to stretch the calf with massage therapy using expert tips on massages in this free video clip.

Athletes, especially runners or sprinters, need help increasing the blood flow to the overworked muscles in their calves. After a grueling work out, give a sports massage to your fellow runner,...