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What is the treatment for buttocks muscle strain?

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Dr. Naresh Rao answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Physical therapy: Buttock muscle strain is best treated with physical therapy, which includes relative rest, ice, flexibility and strengthening exercises. If it does not get better in a few days seek medical attention.

Answered 10/1/2018

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