Diagnosis
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. They will also ask about your recent physical activity and how the injury occurred. The doctor will also examine your calf for:
- Tenderness and/or bruising directly over the calf muscles
- Pain when contracting the calf muscles, particularly against resistance
Muscle strains are graded according to their severity.
Grade 1
- Stretching with some microtearing of muscle fibers
- Recovery can be complete in about 2 to 3 weeks
Grade 2
- Partial tearing of muscle fibers
- Recovery can take up to 1 to 2 months
Grade 3
- Complete tearing (rupture) of muscle fibers
- Complete recovery can take more than 3 months
For a severe calf strain, athletes may have an MRI scans. The scan will help predict the length of their recovery.
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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