Quote Originally Posted by Abarnes View Post
I thought I'd posted but when it didn't show up I re-wrote it, apologies for that.

Can't quit see that the calf strain is directly related to the popliteal issue, but the area behind the knee is a complex area. Not only do the soleus, plantaris and popliteus cross there, but its the end point for biceps femoris. Keep working with your PT and/or massage person.

When you say "pain at 5 and 7c'clock" are you speaking as if I am standing on your driveside? That would mean pain most intense on the downstroke. just making sure I understand.

not having seen your fit it's hard to say, but in conjunction with the seat height check, ask your fitter about reducing the amount of flexion or "ankling" during your pedal stroke. This will keep the gastroc/soleus from activating as much.

just to make sure that the swelling you describe is moderate, and not possibly a Bakers' cyst?
In terms of Bakers' cyst, it really just feels like a sore muscle. My husband is a chiro and my friend is a PT. Both have palpated it, and said the popliteus felt a little inflamed. Unfortunately my PT friend was just visiting, so I won't be able to work with her on this. Any recommended exercises/treatments?

Yes, the downstroke hurts the most, especially the brief pulling up motion at the end of the pedal stroke.

In terms of cleat position, I plan to move them back today before I try to ride, but I do have float in my Look cleats. Could this have something to do with possible ankling? I've had my bike fit checked several times and he set up my cleats then.

Thank you, Anne