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Suggest Treatment For Severe Calf Pain
I am 37, 205lbs, play soccer 3x-4x a week plus run, non smoker. I have been having a throbbing pain in my calf, like dead leg. It is very painful, hurts to walk but just feels over tired. Yesterday, I decided to push my limits and walked on the treadmill for 3 miles and of course it made it worse. I had a deep knot before (6 years ago, marathon) and had to see a physical therapy but this feels different. I am also a candidate for factor 5. Can simply stretching work this out or need to see a doctor?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
The symptoms seem to be related to a muscle cramp. I suggest using a muscle relaxant such as Baclofen three times a day. I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local applications. Warm compresses and rest are necessary for recovery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms seem to be related to a muscle cramp. I suggest using a muscle relaxant such as Baclofen three times a day. I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local applications. Warm compresses and rest are necessary for recovery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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