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Does or can the greater saphenous vein reflux below the knee cause tightness in the soleus muscle?

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Veins and soleus: This would not be a classic symptom, however anything that causes swelling, pain and heaviness could alter gait and cause tightness. But you may want to look for other reasons

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Answered 5/1/2015

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