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Could stretching your hamstrings in your calves help with anything?
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Yes: Generally stretching your muscles before starting your workout routine helps to increase blood flow to the muscles and decreases the risk of injury. People who have neuromuscular disease and have spasms/ tightness can be helped by stretching to prevent contractures and maintain flexibility in their joints. I hope that helps
Answered 4/24/2015
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