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How To Reduce Pain In Thigh Muscle?

I was playing football and a player from the opposition was running full speed at me and as he went for the tackle his knee bashed right into my thigh and its really painful I can't even move in a way that will make my thigh muscle tense even the slightest otherwise I will feel lots of pain
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If the pain is in the muscle and not in any of the joints then it is likely muscle trauma only and imaging may not be needed to check for any associated joint problems.

Because the trauma was severe, it would cause a high level of discomfort for a period of time.

Treatment would involve: (1) rest as much as possible,
(2)application of ice packs initially (in a few days, if pain continues, will use heat pads)
(3)compression bandage if there is any swelling
(4)the use of anti inflammatory pain killers such as ibuprofen, cataflam or naproxen
(5)elevation of the limb would also help with any swelling

If the pain continues or worsens then you may need to see your doctor.

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How To Reduce Pain In Thigh Muscle?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic If the pain is in the muscle and not in any of the joints then it is likely muscle trauma only and imaging may not be needed to check for any associated joint problems. Because the trauma was severe, it would cause a high level of discomfort for a period of time. Treatment would involve: (1) rest as much as possible, (2)application of ice packs initially (in a few days, if pain continues, will use heat pads) (3)compression bandage if there is any swelling (4)the use of anti inflammatory pain killers such as ibuprofen, cataflam or naproxen (5)elevation of the limb would also help with any swelling If the pain continues or worsens then you may need to see your doctor. I hope this helps