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I lacerated my calf musle very close to the archillies tendon. My doctor said he would rather not perform surgery and stich the muscle, instead having me go to physical therapy 2 x a week. pain is really bad and im over 30 days from injury. Is not having the surgery a mistake? had an mri to show the laceration of the muscle and severe nerve pain as well.
In laceration, there is multiple fragment of muscles which is not easy to repair properly. Our body takes it own course & unite the damaged muscle properly. It may at least 3-4 weeks for complete healing. I know it is painful during recovery. But pain will not last forever you have to bear for few days only. You may ask for a good analgesic cover from your doctor for this period.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Hello, In laceration, there is multiple fragment of muscles which is not easy to repair properly. Our body takes it own course & unite the damaged muscle properly. It may at least 3-4 weeks for complete healing. I know it is painful during recovery. But pain will not last forever you have to bear for few days only. You may ask for a good analgesic cover from your doctor for this period. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopaedic Surgeon