Calf Muscle Pain - #17533

I’ve been having this annoying pain in my calf muscle for the past couple of weeks, and it doesn’t seem to go away no matter what I do. It all started after a long hike I went on with my friends a few weeks ago. I thought the pain would be temporary, but it’s been constant and is really starting to bother me. The calf muscle pain gets worse when I walk for a while, or even when I’m standing for long periods. I’ve tried to stretch it out, but it doesn’t seem to help much. I’m worried that something might be wrong. I’ve been doing some online research, and I’ve seen a lot of references to calf muscle pain being related to muscle strain, dehydration, or even circulation problems. I don’t think it’s dehydration, though, because I drink plenty of water, especially when I exercise. But I do wonder if it could be muscle strain. Could it be that I pushed myself too hard on that hike? My legs felt sore the day after, but I thought it would pass. Now, the pain feels like a constant, dull ache, sometimes sharp if I stretch my legs too much. I’ve also noticed that the pain is more pronounced when I try to run or jog, but it’s manageable when I walk slowly. It’s strange because the pain isn’t always there – it comes and goes, but when it does happen, it’s quite uncomfortable. It’s affecting my daily activities and even keeping me from going to the gym, which I used to love doing. I’m not sure if I should be resting more or if there’s a specific exercise I should be doing to relieve this calf muscle pain. I’m curious about how Ayurveda might approach this. I know that muscle pain and injuries can sometimes be caused by an imbalance in the body, and I wonder if there are Ayurvedic remedies or treatments that can help with calf muscle pain. I’ve read that certain herbs and oils can work wonders for muscle pain, so I’m wondering if there’s something specific I should try. Also, I’ve been under a lot of stress at work, which might be contributing to some tension in my muscles. Could stress be making the calf muscle pain worse? How does Ayurveda suggest dealing with muscle pain that is stress-related? Would I benefit from a particular kind of yoga or stretching that targets this area? I want to avoid medication if possible, and I’d prefer to use natural remedies to heal my muscles. If anyone has had experience with calf muscle pain, I’d love to hear what worked for you. I’m particularly interested in what Ayurvedic herbs or treatments might help to reduce this pain and speed up the healing process. Is there a way to address this pain at its root cause, or is it just something I need to deal with for a while? Any advice would be much appreciated!