Question 1

what are the tests for torn calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

Exam , MRI: The most important test would a good physical exam
often this is overlooked or cursory
to evaluate the severity of a tear an MRI would be the next step
sometimes this can determine whether treatment is conservative or surgical.

Question 2

what are the signs of a torn calf muscle?

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PAIN, SWELLING: Bruising, and inability to bear weight on it.

Question 3

any tips on how to heal torn calf muscle?

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Follow these steps: Frequent ice packs, compression bandage to the area of the injury, 
take Ibuprofen or naproxen, 
rest your calf muscle. 
To help you remember what to do, here is a commonly used mnemonic: rice--rest, ice, compression, elevation.
Regimen of gentle stretching  after the pain is gone.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of a torn calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

Pain, swelling: Usually it occurs secondary to sports such
as tennis or basketball
you will often feel a pop in the calf and will
end up with swelling and difficulty weightbearing on the leg
it is important to differentiate a calf injury from and achilles tendon injury which is likely
to require surgery.

Question 5

what happens when one has a torn calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

PAIN AND SWELLING: You will be unable to bear weight on it for several days/weeks.

Question 6

how do you tape a torn calf muscle effectively?

Accepted Answer

Torn Calf Muscle: Immidiately after the injury, use ice locally, limit use of the injured leg use crutches for at least two wekks.
Compression with ace bandage
elevation of the leg
immobilisation of lower leg with cam 
walker
and you may splint the ankle in natural position, foot at right angle with foot.

Question 7

what can i do to heal a torn calf muscle quickly?

Accepted Answer

No easy answer: This will take time since this will need to heal on its own.  In the beginning the principle of rice (rest, ice, compression, elevation) are mandatory.  Make sure that you keep range of motion in your ankle and knee.  Over stretching the calf will just continue to reinjure the muscle.

Question 8

can i practice for tryouts with a torn calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: You risk the chance for re-injury. Invest the time it takes to heal completely.

Question 9

torn calf muscle, when should i seek medical advice?

Accepted Answer

Immediately: If you have truly torn the muscle in your calf, you should see your doctor right away.  The longer you wait, the more difficult repairing the torn muscle will be.

Question 10

what kind of exercise can i do for a torn calf muscle?

Accepted Answer

None: In the acute phase i would not do any exercise since this could exacerbate the problem.  Gentle range of motion exercises are recommended in the early stages.

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