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09/15/09 01:59 PM

"Is there a complication associated with diabetes in which the calves hurt, very tender to touch, stiff and very sore? Not worked out or over exerted."
Asked By: masterplumber1  
Category: Men's Issues

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I am diabetic, age 43 and in average shape. This pain is not caused from over use of my calf muscles. This condition has been with me now for about 2-3 weeks now. So if anyone can help me with a little info on this issue it would be greatly appreciated.

Expert Answers (1)

09/18/09 04:40 PM

Hello MasterPlumber1: Tender to touch, stiff and sore calf muscles.
How has your blood glucose control been??Medical attention maybe indicated!

Ankle, calf and foot pain is a commonly injured joint. This area, where 3 bones meet, allows a wide-range foot movement and bears your full body weight.

Common causes for these unexplained sources of pain maybe from:

  • strains or spains,
  • a potential fracture, if you have participated in high-impacft activities this can result in a stress fracture. Stress fractures are hairline cracks and may not be visible on x-ray for 10-20 days after injury.
  • bursitis and tendinitis, an inflammation or a small tear of a tendon. Tendinitis is the result of overuse or a minor injury. These tendons and ligaments, if not cared for properly, this joint may gradulally become stiffen over weeks. Movement may become limited and difficult. Treatment is P- RICE :
  • protect the injury, elastic wrap, sling, sprint, crutches
  • rest, allow healing. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort
  • ice the area, the ice pack or slush bathe, 15minutes of application, repeat every 2-3 hours during waking hours
  • compress they are with that elastic bandage if swelling is present, do not wrap tightly or hinder circulation. Wrap from the farthest from the heart; loosen if pain increases no numbness or swelling to occur. (Medical attention maybe indicated).
  • Lastly, elevate the area above your heart, especially at night. Gravity will help with the reduce swelling and drain excess fluid if present. If swelling is not present, apply warmth or gentle heat source. This may improve blood flow and speed healing.
  • Apply cold to sore areas following a work out, even if not injured, as to prevent inflammation or swelling.
    If it's a stress fracture, allow a month for healing, avoiding high impact activities for 4-6 weeks.

    Continue to be your best with diabetes:ABC's,A1c<7%....Thanks for asking dLife. Regards Sue

    • Answered By: Susan Throop
    Accreditations: RD, CDE, MA
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    Community Answers (1)

    10/13/09 11:28 PM

    My endocrinologist has run numerous tests to try to determine why my calves are sore. Between different types of blood work and vascular tests, nothing has been determined. My massage therapist, who I go to for relief of these sore calves, tell me that the muscles are very tight. My legs have not been over-exerted, either. She has had the same complaints/problems from some of her other diabetic patients and thinks that the problem could be related to insulin. The calves are not the only muscles that get really tight and sore for me. Do you have other muscles that also get sore?
    Answered By: jwright
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