Leg Pain Causes: Calf Knots, Walking Aches & Recovery

Leg pain can stem from muscle knots, vitamin deficiencies, or even post-surgical recovery. Recognizing causes for night leg pain or swelling in a single calf is essential for maintaining mobility during pregnancy and daily activity.

Calf & Hamstring Pain

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Paula Quinene

Pain in your calf and hamstring may result from a direct injury, such as landing on your knee, or from repetitive movements, like running on a slanted surface or kneeling down.

Paula Quinene is an Expert/Talent, Writer and Content Evaluator for Demand Media, with more than 1,500 articles published primarily in health, fitness and nutrition. She has been an avid weight trainer and runner since 1988. She has worked in the fitness industry since 1990. She graduated with a Bachelor's in exercise science from the University of Oregon and continues to train clients as an ACSM-Certified Health Fitness Specialist.