<s>[INST] for the last 5 years I have experienced pain in the same location in my legs, there is no knot , not a crap just a constant ache, like the pain after a surgery. but the last 3 months, it now occurs during the day, sleep is an issue, I have to get up, or put a massager on the specific area. Stretching exercises do not reduce the pain.. my tenderness is from the sides of my calves continuing up to my hips,,,very tender to the touch.....I am unable to sleep, the mornings are troublesome to walk and the fatigue is relentless. my work is suffering due to the continued standing. what could be the cause of this pain? wtf,,,I will consult my doctor,,,,,for free,,,, sorry, so sorry,,,i had thought you would be willing to help, not increase your income whatever [/INST] Hellion analyzing with the information you provided in your question, some long term causes of leg pain are 1. Diabetic neuropathy 2. Peripheral arterial disease 3. Clot in the deep vein(deep vein thrombosis) 4. Varicose veins.  5. Sciatica so, any of the above cause may be the factor for your leg pain. If you were my patient I would suggest getting test Color DOPPLER FOR BOTH VEINS AND ARTERIES. If that test shows nothing positive. Then rule out torn tendons and shin splints also. Hope you recover soon. Consult nearby doctor. </s>