Runner, best way to come back from pulled muscle

MellowGa

Hey everyone,

I pulled my Calf muscle, playing Soccer, but I want to come back slowly without re-injuring it. For Soccer I plan on playing Goalie and defense with little movement. Normally I play midfielder/forward.

I've been constantly stretching it, massaging it, and hot/cold treatments., I also will be wearing a compression sleeve on my leg.

Any stretches, toning exercises to help along the progress? beside taking it slow?

I find that I can do the elliptical with no strain, which to me is odd, but hey if it keeps me active...why not?

any other ideas?

katcod1522

Im dealing with a calve strain. Runnersworld.com has some really good stretches. Thought about getting a support for my 8k and half.