What to do if your calves are sore after exercise

Calf soreness after exercise can be treated with stretching, massage, hot packs and medication.
1. Stretching: timely stretching after exercise can relieve muscle tension and play a role in relaxing the muscles.
2. Massage: massage is an important means of relieving muscle fatigue. By patting, shaking, kneading, pinching, etc. can effectively relieve muscle fatigue.
3. Hot compresses: hot compresses after exercise can play a role in promoting blood circulation and reducing the accumulation of lactic acid.
4. Medication: If the localized soreness of the calf is more serious, you can follow the doctor’s instructions to use external medication to activate blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis, such as Yunnan Baiyao, Panax ginseng tablets and so on for treatment.
If the above methods can not alleviate the calf soreness, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor. The above medicines should be taken according to the doctor’s instructions.