A pulled muscle hinders your workout routine; sometimes, it feels like it takes forever to heal. Pulled muscles are one of the most common injuries for runners, and they can definitely slow you down ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I tore my calf muscle while running a few months ago and went to physical therapy for treatment. It seemed to heal well, but last weekend I tried running for the first time since the ...

We know how to protect ourselves from bigger injuries — wearing a helmet while biking, holding the railing while walking down the stairs, choosing comfortable, supportive shoes. But sometimes, it’s ...

Your calf muscles are vitally important in running, helping you lift up your feet, push forward and land on every single step of your run. Without strong calves, you not only won't be able to run to ...

Mild muscle strains can feel better in a few days, but severe ones might take months to heal. A pulled muscle heals in three stages: inflammation, repair, and remodeling. To heal faster, rest, apply ...