A chiropractor shares seven key stretches to help loosen tight calves and relieve tension in your lower legs after a workout.

When you hop, run or jump, your legs behave like springs, absorbing and returning energy with each step. But what happens to your muscles and tendons to make this possible? Associate Professor Daisuke ...

There are two peroneal tendons in each leg. They run side by side down the lower leg bone (fibula) and behind the bony lump on the outside of the ankle called the lateral malleolus. One peroneal ...

The term "shin splints" refers to pain in the front of the lower leg (the shins). It is caused by inflammation of the muscle, tendon, or bone surrounding the shin. They are typically more ...

Achilles tendonitis is a common condition where the large tendon that runs down the back of the lower leg becomes irritated and inflamed. Acute trauma can lead to sprains and strains. A sprain ...

Non-surgical: try and get to heal up on your own – only applies for a partial tear or a ‘non athlete’. Orthopaedic Surgeon: For a complete rupture, athletes, younger healthier patients – no surgery ...