Can anybody explain to me why several of my clients develop a twitching respose in their calves during treatment. This generally occurs whilst applying pressure to the glutes, hamstrings, ITB or peroneus longus. Any info would be much appreciated. Deb

-- debbie (debisbill@yahoo.com.au), January 27, 2005

Answers

Could it be that the Sciatic nerve is being impinged by Piriformis, & when you are doing your Glute releases you may also be releasing Piriformis which may be causing the twitch in the calves. Just a thought, I may very well be wrong, & no doubt one of more astute members may have a more plausible answer for you. Yours in massage, Graham.

-- Graham Scott (scottzone@ozemail.com.au), February 14, 2005.