Tight calves it’s a warning!

[CatMo13]

Hi everyone

So just back from osteopath. I will be able to run again once the swelling in my knee goes down. Phew. But I should have listened to my body telling me not to run on tight calf muscles. That caused a strain which in turn made my knee swell. So plan of action is, rest, hot water bottle and massage to calf. Then yoga poses, then back to week one ...again , round three! Osteopath is a runner so very understanding and said lots of hamstring stretching and yoga before and after run.

Happy bank holiday everyone 😊

[Irishprincess Graduate]

Try soaking your lower legs in hot water with Epsom Salt added, then foam roll, then stretch. A physio gave me this tip. I hope your calves loosen up and you can get back to the running soon.

[CatMo13 Graduate in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks IrishPrincess, Yes good idea. He did say hotwater bottles so epsom Salt would be even better. Yes I'm doing foam roller. Do you know how often I should do it, and the 'spot ' really hurts should I go over that more?

[Irishprincess Graduate in reply to CatMo13]

I use my foam roller every day but given you have a swollen knee you should ask your osteopath. Generally if there's a sore bit then that's where the tension is and you should keep the roller still on this for about 30 seconds. You can also massage your own calves.

[CatMo13 Graduate in reply to Irishprincess]

Thank you. I shall do that . 😊