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I injured my hamstring about 5 days ago and i'm just starting to get some bruising around the bend of my knee. what should i do?
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Hamstring: The "hamstrings" are the muscles that flex the knee, and can be injured easily. The bruising that you have came from bleeding that resulted from a tear in the muscle and will settle to the lowest point. Gentle range of motion exercises, flexing and extending the knee and if there is a lot of stiffness massage and warming the area. Physical therapy and a home program are good choices and time.
Answered 3/20/2014
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