Question 1

i have a semi constant pain that feels like a charley horse in my right calf. should i be concerned? could it be from plantar faciitis?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If you have had fasciitis and are compensating enough to strain your calf, a Charley horse can occur. A Doppler can help to rule out a blood clot. See your local dr

Question 2

pain in right calf - severe charlie horse like feel, but no muscle tightness - not constant, lasts only 2-3 seconds - frequency 3-60 minutes - dvt?

Accepted Answer

Calf pain: Possibly but it doesn't sound typical for pain associated with a dvt.  There is usually some swelling and/or redness as well with dvt.   It sounds like nerve pain (sciatica) or muscle cramps.  Probably a good idea to have your doctor check it out.

Question 3

i have a constant  pain,  close to my tail bone. it shoots a cramping charlie horse from my left buttoks down my leg. what can i take or do for relief

Accepted Answer

Sciatica: This is a very painful but common condition.I suspect you have a discogenic compression on a spinal nerve.I recommend gentle stretching in the hot shower, sit-up position stretch and Ibuprofen type meds.Do not expect a dr to have much more to offer in the next 4 weeks! move about to resolve fastest.

Question 4

what causes a continual charlie horse in the calf?

Accepted Answer

Difficult to say: If you  have had a long-standing problem w/calf pain or 'charley-horses' i would see your physician for evaluation.In the differential DX would be a chronic gastoc.Strain, a 'leaking' bakers' cyst and even a dvt(blood clot).Best bet is to come in and see your orthopedic surgeon for evvaluation.Good luck!

Question 5

stepped out of my van felt a pop in my calf now hurts like charlie horse pain is intense only when put pressure on it?

Accepted Answer

Tear of calf muscle: This is most likely a partial tear of your calf muscle (the gastrocnenius) -- initial treatment would involve rest, ice and antiinflammatory medicine along with gentle stretching of the calf -- this type of injury sometimes benefits from physical therapy as well -- if pain does not improve, it would be wise to schedule an appointment with your primary care doctor.

Question 6

i think i got a charley horse in my calf. what can i do for this?

Accepted Answer

Stretches: Generally a charley horse refers to a bad cramp.  Usually these are short-lived and will resolve spontaneously.  If they are recurrent or persistent, you can try stretches, massage, and anti-inflammatory meds.  Keep yourself hydrated and eat a banana a day (to keep your potassium up) until it improves.

Question 7

i had a bad charley horse last night. today i notice that my calf is stiff and slightly larger than the other. can this be the result of the charley?

Accepted Answer

Phlebitis or Bust.: Best not to worry whether or not it's a charley horse or not. Be concerned if it is a blood clot. It's a perfect location and the symptoms match. You need to have it examined immediately, as the end result could be potentially catastrophic. Stay off of it, apply heat and get to the urgent care.

Question 8

i walked d.l. for 2 days and now have a consistant charlie horse in my r calf.  ate bananas took mus. relxrs.  what else can i do to stop this?

Accepted Answer

Rest: If you have persistent muscle cramping 2 days after your exercise try moist heat and massage, possibly a lift in your shoe, and rest.If it continues see your physician .!

Question 9

is it possible to get what feels like a charlie horse in the sciatic nerve?goes from my butt all the way to my calf&lasts about 5 minutes! ouch!.

Accepted Answer

Muscle: A charley horse is a muscle usually which if sudden and cramping is present. While sciatica flairs it usually is constant with classic burning quality from the buttock down the back of leg to heel. The hamstring muscle will give you cramping.

Question 10

heard a loud pop and then felt immediate, sharp stabbing pain in my calf. what could cause this? i also had a charlie horse in same calf  yesterday

Accepted Answer

A pop suggests: Some type of injury, although that is not always certain. Are you able to move your foot up and down without pain? The most worrisome thing in the area is the achilles tendon, and if this ruptured you would not be able to walk very well. Could yesterdays charlie horse have been a calf strain? You may have had a strain that turned into a small tear if active. See your doc, too many variables.

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I have a semi constant pain that feels like a charley horse in my right calf. should i be concerned? could it be from plantar faciitis?

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Pain in right calf - severe charlie horse like feel, but no muscle tightness - not constant, lasts only 2-3 seconds - frequency 3-60 minutes - dvt?

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I have a constant pain, close to my tail bone. it shoots a cramping charlie horse from my left buttoks down my leg. what can i take or do for relief

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What causes a continual charlie horse in the calf?

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Stepped out of my van felt a pop in my calf now hurts like charlie horse pain is intense only when put pressure on it?

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I think i got a charley horse in my calf. what can i do for this?

A member asked:

I had a bad charley horse last night. today i notice that my calf is stiff and slightly larger than the other. can this be the result of the charley?

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I walked d.l. for 2 days and now have a consistant charlie horse in my r calf. ate bananas took mus. relxrs. what else can i do to stop this?

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Is it possible to get what feels like a charlie horse in the sciatic nerve?goes from my butt all the way to my calf&lasts about 5 minutes! ouch!.

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Heard a loud pop and then felt immediate, sharp stabbing pain in my calf. what could cause this? i also had a charlie horse in same calf yesterday

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