What should I do if my calf muscles are sore after working?

Leg muscle soreness during physical work is mainly caused by frequent activity leading to muscle strain or overuse. After this occurs, symptoms can be relieved through bed rest, heat application, and oral medications.

1. Bed rest: If the leg suffers external impact, it may result in muscle injury, causing symptoms such as muscle congestion, swelling, and pain. Strict bed rest is recommended to keep the injured or strained leg muscles fully relaxed. Continuing physical activity may worsen the injury or strain and increase pain.

2. Heat application: Applying appropriate heat can improve local blood circulation and promote the absorption of inflammatory metabolic products, aiding recovery.

3. Oral medications: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as nimesulide or ibuprofen, can be taken orally to reduce local inflammation, relieve inflammatory edema, and alleviate pain. Traditional Chinese medicine with effects of promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, reducing swelling, and relieving pain may also be used to enhance blood flow and reduce swelling and discomfort. Eperisone hydrochloride tablets can be taken to relax fatigued muscles locally, supporting recovery and healing.