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Calf strains or tears are common in runners and can affect your gastrocnemius or soleus muscles. Learn about the most common causes, how long recovery takes, and what treatments work best.
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Learn what plantar fasciitis feels like.
Mar 20, 2024
9 min
Other conditions can feel similar to Plantar Fasciitis - Here's how to tell the difference
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Calf Strain
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
How long a pulled muscle takes to heal depends on the severity and what tissue is injured.
Apr 18, 2024
3 min
How long does a pulled muscle take to heal?
  • Hamstring Strain
  • Calf Strain
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
Icing as part of the price method to treat acute injuries
Apr 18, 2024
6 min
How to use the PRICE method to treat acute injuries
  • Therapy Approaches
  • Pain Management
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Maryke Louw
Maryke Louw
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