Gastrocnemius / calf tear

March 2018 | by EMauthor


•Might mimic DVT particularly after a quick triage or streaming assessment

•Sudden calf pain with minor or moderate muscular effort

•Typically tender over part of gastrocnemius, commonly the medial head

•If in doubt seek a second opinion

•Treatment consist of support bandage, analgesia and early physiotherapy





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