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Pulled my calf and thigh muscle while skating. it also hurts when i flex the muscles. is this a bad thing? it also hurts a little when i walk. thanks.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Myalgia: R.I.C.E.= REST, ICE,COMPRESSION AND ELEVATION. GET OFF YOUR FEET. USE ADVIL OR ALEVE (naproxen) PLUS BIOFREEZE AND IF PAIN IS NOT RELIVED WITHIN 6-8 HRS, GET CHECKED AT ER.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Muscle pull: No, a muscle pull results in a tear and muscle spasm. They are achy for a few days. Local heat can help reduce the pain and spasm. If persists past a few days, see Dr / Urgent Care.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/15/2014

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A member asked:

Pulled my calf and thigh muscle while skating. it also hurts when i flex the muscles. is this a bad thing? it also hurts a little when i walk. thanks.

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Munshower agreed

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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