11 Leading Causes of Leg Pain and Sore Calves

Tendonitis

Achilles tendonitis is an extremely painful condition that presents in the lower calf. The Achilles tendon attaches the heel bone to muscles in the calf and may become inflamed when placed under excessive and repetitive stress. Runners tend to experience this pain due to the excessive use of the calf muscles while training. Tendonitis pain may also affect parts of thigh due to overuse and inflammation of tendons located in the hip flexors and adductors. Pain may radiate from these areas to the legs, causing a dull ache and making movement uncomfortable. Physical therapy, rest, heating pads and ice packs may alleviate the pain associated with this condition.