Gregory Mueller Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 When stretching the right calve with a straight leg, I get a strange sharp shooting pain down the outer edge of the heel. Almost a tingly sensation. As I ease into the stretch, the pain disappears. Also, if I rub back and forth on the outside of my heel, i can trigger the pain. It's as if some piece of connective tissue is pulling loose from my heel... but dont feel the pain in the actual Achilles. Its just on the outer edge of the achilles/heel. Any idea what this is? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauline Taube Posted May 20, 2017 Share Posted May 20, 2017 Hi Gregory, Pain is never a good sign and you should definitely not stretch through pain. I would highly recommend to see a physio or other medical professional. They will be able to give you a diagnosis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Murray Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 See a physical therapist/physiotherapist; from what you have described, you MAY be pulling on the sural nerve - the straight leg gives a clue here. A PT can test you, and examine you for other causes. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory Mueller Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 The ones I've seen can't diagnose it. The pain is fleeting.... After the initial tingle it goes away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Hancox Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Try some nerve flossing exercises. There is loads on the Internet with testing techniques and appropriate exercises for each of the main nerves in the legs. Worth a go?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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