Suggest Treatment For Muscle Strain In Foot

Posted on Mon, 9 May 2016

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Mon, 9 May 2016 Answered on

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Question : My mum aged 89 normally fit , pulled a muscle getting off the bus a week ago. Refusing to go. To go. I am her only daughter, have p of attorney., used anti inflammatory cream.
Should the muscle still be stiff mo mornings especially?
Take at. Least 6 weeks to heal?
Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (46 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It can take 3-4 weeks to heal.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
At age 89, a pulled muscle may take more than a week to heal. If she can bear weight on the foot properly then there is no need to worry. An oral muscle relaxant, rest and a crepe bandage on the injured area may help in an early recovery.
The muscle can be stiff for 3-4 weeks. Do a regular hot compress and apply the local analgesic gel regularly.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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