Sore calves? study shows it may weaken your back and balance

NCT ID NCT07324395

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how soreness in the calf muscle (gastrocnemius) affects other muscles in the back and legs, as well as balance and endurance. Fourteen healthy young adults did exercises to safely create muscle soreness, then had their muscle properties, strength, and trunk endurance measured over 72 hours. The goal was to understand how one sore muscle can impact the whole body, which may help design better training and recovery programs.

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  • Istinye University Topkapi Campus, Maltepe, Teyyareci Sami St. No:3,

    Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)