Calf Tear Rehab When Can I Start Running Again

I tore my gastrocnemius while playing tennis and I am now three weeks into my rehab. I can walk without a limp but the thought of running still scares me. I have been doing a lot of seated and standing calf raises to build up the tissue strength.

What was your progression from walking to running after a calf tear? Did you start with a walk-run protocol or just jump straight into light jogging? I am worried about the explosive nature of running and I do not want to feel that pop again.

I have also been using a compression sleeve on my lower leg which seems to help with the swelling. Any advice from fellow runners who have dealt with this would be great. I am in Vancouver and I really want to get back on the trails before summer is over.