Symptoms
Calf pain
Calf pain in runners commonly involves gastrocnemius and soleus trigger points.
Overview
Calf pain in runners commonly involves gastrocnemius and soleus trigger points. Identifying which muscle reproduces the patient's familiar pain on palpation guides treatment and often produces meaningful change alongside standard care.
Clinical notes
Rule out DVT first when pain is unilateral with swelling.
Red flags — when to refer
Unilateral swelling, redness, dyspnea — emergency DVT/PE workup.
Muscles often involved
References
- • Travell & Simons — Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction