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What could possibly cause the frequent feeling of the muscles behind the legs, especially behind the knees, feeling pulled or stretched?

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Dr. Ramon Garcia-septien answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Many condition: Since excess of exercise; electrolyte imbalance with deficits of potassium.Muscle spasms. Etc n go to see a doctor.

Answered 8/6/2018

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A member asked:

What could possibly cause the frequent feeling of the muscles behind the legs, especially behind the knees, feeling pulled or stretched?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ramon Garcia-septien answered

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