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What Causes Deep Calf Muscle Pain In A 40-year-old Kickboxer?

I have deep pain in my calf that is worse upon rest. It s directly behind my leg, on the calf, radiating up my leg. I do kickboxing so I m not sure if this is a tear or clot? I m 40. Just returned from carribean vacation, long flight to Minnesota (with layover) what is the more likely culprit? I m otherwise pretty healthy, 5 2 , 130 lbs
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
hi
I understand your concern
most probably you get chronic compartment syndrome also called exertional compartment syndrome which is common in athletics due to increased intra compartmental pressure which lead to decreased blood supply to muscle and nerves.
Diagnosis: by measuring intra compartment pressure examination and x-ray to rule out tendinitis and stress fracture
Treatment: rest, stopping physical activity and non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs.
I hope it helps
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What Causes Deep Calf Muscle Pain In A 40-year-old Kickboxer?

hi I understand your concern most probably you get chronic compartment syndrome also called exertional compartment syndrome which is common in athletics due to increased intra compartmental pressure which lead to decreased blood supply to muscle and nerves. Diagnosis: by measuring intra compartment pressure examination and x-ray to rule out tendinitis and stress fracture Treatment: rest, stopping physical activity and non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs. I hope it helps