EC Clinical and Medical Case Reports

“Tennis leg” refers to a myofascial or tendinous injury of the lower limb, characterized by acute pain in the mid-calf, often accompanied by a sensation of snapping within the calf. Ultrasound is effective for diagnosing the condition, with the primary ultrasonographic finding being fluid accumulation between the medial gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, particularly prominent at the myotendinous junction. This case report discusses a typical presentation of "Tennis leg" in a middle-aged male, emphasizing the diagnostic utility of ultrasonography in identifying this condition and distinguishing it from other possible causes of calf pain.

 Keywords: Tennis Leg; Gastrocnemius Muscle; Soleus Muscle

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