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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Calf Muscles Post An Accident
Question: I used a knee brace to support a knee sprain for a 480 mile bicycle ride. I have persistent swelling in my calf which doesn't seem to be improving now 3 days after finishing the ride. I have not been wearing the brace should I see a physician?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
You should wear brace ,do hot fomentation and take muscle relaxant tab .Keep your limb elevated .
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
You should wear brace ,do hot fomentation and take muscle relaxant tab .Keep your limb elevated .
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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