Diagnosis and Control for the Second Degree of Lateral Gastrocnemius Muscle Tear in High-School Soccer Player: A Case Report

Authors

  • Eisuke Hiruma Department of Medical Technology, Teikyo University, 359 Otsuka, Japan. Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JDCRS/2021(2)114

Keywords:

Sports Injury, Ultrasound, Heel Raise, Range of Motion

Abstract

This case study presents the epidemiology, etiology, diagnostic criteria, therapeutic intervention and modification, and rehabilitation of a lateral gastrocnemius tear in high school male soccer player. The patient injured his left gastrocnemius during soccer practice without contact. His injured leg was controlled with heel pad for equine to reduce the stress on injured gastrocnemius muscle for the initial of two weeks. The patient returned to regular practice 8 weeks after injury.

Author Biography

  • Eisuke Hiruma, Department of Medical Technology, Teikyo University, 359 Otsuka, Japan.

    Eisuke Hiruma, Department of Medical Technology, Teikyo University, 359 Otsuka, Japan.

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Published

2021-03-10

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2021): Volume 2 Issue 1

Section

Articles