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Should A Doctor Be Consulted For A Torn Right Calf Muscle?
Question: Hi, I think I tore my right calf muscle Saturday. It is better, I can walk, but it is still restricted to full stretch and hurts when I take steps. Should I go to a doctor?
Brief Answer:
Should continue to improve
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If it is improving then this is likely to continue. Normally when a muscle injury starts to show signs and symptoms of resolution, this tends to continue.
What you have been doing- rest with very limited walking or standing, ice and compression are recommended.
In addition, medication such as anti inflammatory meds would help eg Naproxen, Ibuprofen, Cataflam. These would help with pain relief.
If there is any swelling, you can elevate the leg when you have the chance to do so. Soft tissue injuries can sometimes take up to 2 weeks to improve. If any setbacks occur then you can be seen.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
General & Family Physician
Should continue to improve
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If it is improving then this is likely to continue. Normally when a muscle injury starts to show signs and symptoms of resolution, this tends to continue.
What you have been doing- rest with very limited walking or standing, ice and compression are recommended.
In addition, medication such as anti inflammatory meds would help eg Naproxen, Ibuprofen, Cataflam. These would help with pain relief.
If there is any swelling, you can elevate the leg when you have the chance to do so. Soft tissue injuries can sometimes take up to 2 weeks to improve. If any setbacks occur then you can be seen.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
General & Family Physician
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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