What causes pain and weakness in calves?
Patient: thank you. i recently arrived home from a long road trip. the calves of both legs are now sore and weak, but no swelling. i have had problems in the past with my calves getting cold and painful while doing my walks but i was using lipitor at that time. this is the first time i ve had this problem after a road trip.any advise that you may offer will be appreciated. Doctor: Hello,There is something called intermittent claudication that may be what you have. It causes calf pain after exercise. It is caused by blockages of the blood flow to the legs. There is a simple test your doctor can order called an ankle brachial index to screen for this condition. See your doctor soon.Dr. Robinson