As an executive mum balancing a high-stress job and family responsibilities, dealing with back problems can be a common yet significant issue. But did you know that back problems can also cause calf muscle pain? In this blog lets understand the connection between your lumbar spine and calf pain and how back problems can cause calf pain.
Back problems involving the lumbar spine can lead to calf muscle pain. The lower back houses nerves that travel down your legs. When these nerves are irritated or compressed due to issues such as herniated disc, spinal stenosis, arthritis, spinal degeneration or sciatica, pain can radiate from the lower back to the calf muscles. This type of pain, known as nerve pain or referred pain, occurs because the nerves serve multiple areas and any issue along their path can cause discomfort in seemingly unrelated parts of the body.
One of the most common causes of calf muscle pain linked to back problems is sciatica. The sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down to the feet, can become compressed or irritated. This compression can cause sharp, shooting pain that radiates from the lower back down to the calf. This may or may not be accompanied by pain in the back, bottom, thighs or feet.
For executive mums, recognising the symptoms of nerve-related calf pain is crucial for early intervention. Symptoms can include:
- Sharp or shooting pain: This may start in the lower back and extend down to the calf.
- Cramps in the calf: This manifests as cramps or a tight wringing feeling in the calf muscle.
- Numbness or tingling: You might feel a loss of sensation or a pins-and-needles feeling in the calf.
- Muscle weakness: The calf muscle may feel weak or fatigued.
- Pain when sitting or standing: Prolonged positions can exacerbate the pain.
Managing calf muscle pain resulting from back problems involves addressing the underlying back issue. Watch this video to learn 4 easy tips to relieve the pain from pinched nerves:
HERE is a checklist on Quick Office Stretches for Nerve Pain Relief. It helps you to identify which nerve is causing your pain and then gives you specific exercises that can be done while you are sitting at your desk.
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