- The soleus is sometimes referred to as the “second heart” because it helps pump blood from the feet and lower leg upwards (Wellness Digest, 2012).
(Wellness Digest, 2012)
- In Latin, soleus means “flat sandal”. Coincidentally, the muscle is flatter and deeper compared to the gastrocnemius. The flat fish “sole” and the “sole” of one’s shoes are also words derived from this Latin word (Wil, 2011).
- Wearing high heels will cause strain and pain in your soleus (Wellness Digest, 2012).
- Triggering one part of the soleus can cause jaw pain to the side of the face (Wellness Digest, 2012).