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The gastrocnemius, soleus, and sometimes the plantaris muscle make up the superior part of the posterior compartment of the lower leg.

The gastrocnemius muscles are very powerful. Learn where these lower leg muscles are found, what they do, and what yoga postures use them.

A gastrocnemius muscle tear is a severe, sudden injury to your calf muscle.

With the increasing number of individuals engaging in recreational and sporting activities, Achilles tendonitis has become one of the fastest rising musculoskeletal conditions among athletes and non-athletes, especially those involved in running activities.

Musculus Gastrocnemius

Gastrocnemius ver soleus (2 calf muscles)

The Gastrocnemius Muscle is the most superficial muscle in the posterior compartment and forms the proximal, most prominent part of the calf. The superficial group of calf muscles (muscles forming prominence of “calf” of posterior leg) includes the gastrocnemius, soleus, and plantaris. The gastrocnemius and soleus muscles share a common tendon, the calcaneal tendon, which attaches to the calcaneus. See Also: Soleus Muscle Gastrocnemius Muscle Anatomy Gastrocnemius Muscle is…

Gastrocnemius muscle aka Musculus gastrocnemius in the latin terminology. Learn more now!

Top of the pageCalf Muscle InjuryCondition BasicsWhat is a calf muscle injury?Your calf muscle is actually two muscles, the gastrocnemius muscle and the soleus muscle. These muscles can be injured if they get overstretched. Injury to a calf muscle can range from a strain or pull that you can treat at home to a more serious tear that may need a doctor's care. What causes it?A