Does leg pain after felt pop in calf muscle indicates charlie horse?
Patient: I was sleeping and felt a pop in my calf muscle followed by a severe cramp. I got out of bed and straightened my leg by standing. It was painful to walk on the leg afterward and now some hours later is still painful altough better than this morning. I have also put an elastic brace aroung my calf for support. Was this just a charlie horse? I have never felt a pop like this. Doctor: Hello,  It could be a muscular pain as in Charlie horse.  As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.   Drink plenty of water as dehydration worsen the pain.  If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.   Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.   Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain,  General & Family Physician