Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I have pulled a muscle before, and i have strained my calf. what is the difference?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
None: Just different terminology. Common synonyms include pulled, strained, sprained, stretched, torn.
Answered 4/29/2013
5.2k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What's the best way to know if my calf muscle is strained?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
What is the best thing to do for a strained calf muscle?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
How can you tell the difference between a blood clot and a muscle strain when you have mild calf pain?
I have tightness in my leg under the calf when I am walking or exercising i work out 6 days a week with shawn t and i think i may haved pulled or strained my muscle, what should I do ?
What to do if I pulled calf muscle strain/tear when playing soccer/football?
My calf muscle looks bruised and hurts when I walk on it and I have blood spots at my foot from it, is it bruised? Or strained? Or pulled?
Can a one year old child pull a muscle or strain their leg? My daughter is very active and it pains her too walk? Any thoughts?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
