Why do my calves feel sore, weak, and powerless?
Disease description:
The job requires prolonged standing, but the calves feel sore, weak, and unable to support extended periods of standing. Why do the calves feel sore and weak?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Possible causes of leg soreness and weakness include:
1. Physiological factors: Prolonged standing, walking, or excessive exercise can lead to calf muscle strain and lactic acid buildup, causing soreness and weakness.
2. Musculoskeletal system issues: Calf fatigue after prolonged standing or walking may be a normal physiological response. However, if symptoms persist, they could be caused by muscle diseases such as myasthenia gravis, polymyositis, or skeletal structural abnormalities.
3. Lumbar spine diseases: Conditions such as lumbar disc herniation and lumbar spinal stenosis may compress nerves in the lower limbs, causing calf soreness and weakness.
4. Circulatory disorders: Diseases such as varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, and arterial occlusive disease may impair blood circulation in the lower limbs, leading to calf soreness and weakness.
5. Medication side effects: For example, statins used to lower cholesterol may cause muscle pain and weakness.
If symptoms are caused by muscle strain, they can be relieved through rest, massage, hot compresses, and other methods.
