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Suggest Treatment For Sprained Leg
I have had meniscus and acl done before on my left knee. Today I was walking and it twisted. I didn t fall but it hurts in my lower hamstring and upper calf as well as the back/outside of my knee. Is this something I need to see a dr about right away. Or should I treat like a sprain and ice and rest. I can walk on it slowly.
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Hello,
As a first line management apply cold compression and take bed rest for two days.
Try to immobilize the leg in a splint. If you experience pain, over the counter analgesics like aceclofenac or diclofenac may be taken. Generally the symptoms will settle in a couple of days.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
As a first line management apply cold compression and take bed rest for two days.
Try to immobilize the leg in a splint. If you experience pain, over the counter analgesics like aceclofenac or diclofenac may be taken. Generally the symptoms will settle in a couple of days.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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