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Could stretching your hamstrings in your calves help with anything?

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Dr. Rajendra Tripathi answered

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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A member asked:

Could stretching your hamstrings in your calves help with anything?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rajendra Tripathi answered

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