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Is It To Be Concerned About Torn Calf Muscle?

I m 35, 6 2 , 170 lbs, clean medical history, extremely healthy and fit. I tore part of my calf muscle and possible tendons playing softball. My question is about whether it is critical that I hurry up and get an MRI or can I wait 3 weeks until after the 1st of the year so I m not paying my deductible twice? I m able to hobble around, but am staying off that leg as much as possible. Does delaying treatment greatly reduce the effectiveness of surgery?
Mon, 23 Mar 2020
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Hello,

I read carefully your query and understand your concern.

The symptoms seem k be related to a torned calf muscle.
I suggest using painkillers to treat the pain such as Acetaminophen.
I also suggest cold compresses for local application.
I rexhollari to maintain the area immobilized to prevent further damage.

Hope my answer was helpful.

If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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Is It To Be Concerned About Torn Calf Muscle?

Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms seem k be related to a torned calf muscle. I suggest using painkillers to treat the pain such as Acetaminophen. I also suggest cold compresses for local application. I rexhollari to maintain the area immobilized to prevent further damage. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician