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I have a grade 1 calf strain. i'm on day 3 of rest and plan to take the next 2 to 3 weeks off from running to be absolutely sure it is healed. in the meantime i will be swimming and exercising on the elliptical. will these exercises hinder my healing? is
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No: A grade 1 strain is mild so expect an uneventful recovery. These exercises should be appropriate over the time period you mention. Gentle stretching and icing the calf after exercising will help decrease inflammation and aid healing.
Answered 12/3/2017
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