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Calf Injury Prevalence
- Soleus injuries are more common than gastrocnemius injuries in the calf.
- Plantaris and deep flexor injuries are less frequent.
Diagnosing Calf Injuries
- Assess calf pain by stretching and contracting muscles in various knee positions.
- Consider imaging for precise injury location, especially in elite athletes.
Imaging for Calf Pain
- Prioritize clinical skills over immediate imaging for calf pain diagnosis.
- Reserve imaging for elite athletes or non-responsive cases to guide prognosis.