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I believe i have torn the flexor halliucis muscle in the very center of my calf muscle. i was straining to make a rock climbing move which involved p?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

? EHL injury: Most common calf muscle injuries during sport activities are to the gastrocnemius followed by the soleus muscle. The ehl muscle is deeper and a focused history and physical exam may help differentiate the three. Initial treatment is conservative.

Answered 4/7/2013

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See: A physical medicine doctor. You need a good physical exam to see where you are weak. An MRI may be necessary to see the location and extent of the injury.

Answered 6/10/2014

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