article wrote:
Step 2. Get as much massage – including self-massage – as you can, TheStick massage tool has been invaluable to me in this regard (because this injury is in deep, icing has not been as helpful as it has for most injuries). Definitely don't stretch your calf yet. Let it heal first.
When I said roll, I mostly meant stick.
Doc just figured it was a minor tear for me, told me to take it easy, wouldn't entertain the thought of a sport med referral nor an ultrasound. Annoying, but that's health care!!
Just another anecdote, I've been basically living in my compression socks/calf sleeve for the past couple of days (sleeping included). Feeling much better. Annoyingly, the quad that I tweaked when compensating for my calf is now hurting more than the calf!
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