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

NCT ID NCT07324395

First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at how sore calf muscles (DOMS) affect other muscles in the back and legs. Fourteen healthy young adults did calf exercises to create soreness, then had their muscle stiffness, strength, balance, and trunk endurance tested over three days. The goal was to understand how one sore muscle can change the way your whole body moves and recovers.

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Locations

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

    Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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