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Physiotherapist - Answered on May 31, 2026

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan is a senior consultant physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience specialising in orthopaedic and paediatric physiotherapy.
He has served as a technical consultant for the World Health Organisation, the United Nations, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences and several national and international NGOs.
Besides physiotherapy, he is keenly interested in disability management, early intervention, geriatric care and assisting children with disabilities.
Dr Khan has a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from the Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College in Wardha, Maharashtra, a master's degree in disability rehabilitation administration from the National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped, Secunderabad, and a PhD in disability management from Bangalore University.... more
Nadakuduru Question by Nadakuduru on Apr 30, 2026Hindi
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I AM 66 YEARS OLD.I AM HAVING VERY TIGHT CALF MUSCLES.THEY ARE VERY PAINFUL ALSO.NEEDS YOUR SUGGESTION.

Ans: Dear Mr. Nadakudur . Thanks for sharing your query. As calf tightness at this stage can also relate to many things or joint stiffness. Start with gentle, non-weightbearing calf stretches: sit on a chair, straighten one leg, loop a towel under your foot, and slowly pull the toes toward you hold for 20 seconds, no bouncing. Also try rolling a frozen water bottle under your foot arch for 2 minutes to ease the pain and tightness. Do not push through sharp pain, and stay hydrated as dehydration makes cramps worse. But honestly, given your age and the pain, please see a nearby physiotherapist for a proper assesment. I wish you quick recovery.
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