Acupressure points for calf pain

Muscular problems including trigger points have been shown to be a major cause of calf pain. Massage and trigger point therapy have been shown to give excellent relief, plus have also been shown to (1–6)⁠:

• increase mobility and flexibility,
• improve balance,
• reduce nocturnal pain and cramps, and
• reduces post exercise soreness.

In this article we’ll discuss the various muscles and trigger points that cause calf pain, including how you can examine these yourself.

Most qualified therapists can help you with these, however, most muscular problems need many applications of therapy which can be expensive, so where possible we will give you safe effective self treatment options.

CONTENTS

What are trigger points
The muscles that commonly cause calf pain
Trigger point examination
Self massage and trigger point therapy techniques
How to massage and do trigger point therapy to your calf muscles
Appendix: other causes of calf pain
Professionals
References