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How to treat a pulled muscle in back side of leg?

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Rest: Ice for first 2-3 days. Wrap leg with an ace wrap. Heel lift can take off tension and ease pain Avoid massage initially. After 1-2 weeks can start mild stretching program. May take unto 6 weeks to heal. Warm up before using muscle again

Answered 5/13/2014

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

First 72 hrs,ice 20: 20min every 4hrs, then alternate heat with ice.Gentle stretching, not min q 4 hrs, gentle stretch, no bouncing.Antiinflamatories or Tylenol (acetaminophen) ok for pain.Resume walking slowly, always gently warm up, stationary bike is good.If not slowly improving over 2 wks, or have a set back, see ur doc.

Answered 5/13/2014

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