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How Can A Hamstring Injury On The Left Leg Be Treated?

I have hamstring injury of my left leg diagnosed by my accupuncturist. It occurred when I bent down in the garden some two months ago thinking it would right itself. My doctor confirmed I have not broken anything. I continued golfing and gardening which I now know I should not have done and the injury is not getting any better. Yesterday I also went over on my left ankle which is very sore. What steps should I take to rid myself of this discomfort?
Mon, 19 Feb 2018
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The principals of recovery from a soft tissue injury include P.R.I.C.E
P- protect the area from further injury by being very careful, wear appropriate shoes or gear. R- rest as much as possible, avoid activities that may aggravate the problem I- ice therapy. This is mainly used just after an injury, when the injury has been present for more than a few days, then warm therapy should be employed. This means applying a warm compress 2 to 3 times a day for 10 to 15 mins C- if there is swelling, a compression bandage should be applied. E- elevation of the area, this helps with swelling and pain. M- medication-- anti inflammatory pain medication would really help eg ibuprofen or Naproxen or Voltaren. A short course of one of these medicines would be helpful.

M-modalities eg physiotherapy- if needed


I hope this helps

Regards
Dr. Michelle Gibson James,
General & Family Physician
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How Can A Hamstring Injury On The Left Leg Be Treated?

Hi, Thanks for using HealthcareMagic The principals of recovery from a soft tissue injury include P.R.I.C.E P- protect the area from further injury by being very careful, wear appropriate shoes or gear. R- rest as much as possible, avoid activities that may aggravate the problem I- ice therapy. This is mainly used just after an injury, when the injury has been present for more than a few days, then warm therapy should be employed. This means applying a warm compress 2 to 3 times a day for 10 to 15 mins C- if there is swelling, a compression bandage should be applied. E- elevation of the area, this helps with swelling and pain. M- medication-- anti inflammatory pain medication would really help eg ibuprofen or Naproxen or Voltaren. A short course of one of these medicines would be helpful. M-modalities eg physiotherapy- if needed I hope this helps Regards Dr. Michelle Gibson James, General & Family Physician