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A member asked:
When is surgery indicated for a clean tear of the calf muscle? 30% of medial gastro torn. i'm 45 year old, healthy athletic man
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I do not think so: When you have 30% tear , I do not think you need sugery on it .It will by using a cast.
Answered 6/30/2021
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Rarely: The muscle will heal without surgery with scar tissue. It will be sensitive to re-injury if not stretched regularly.
Answered 3/26/2013
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