Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Pulled muscle from exercising, should i go to a doctor?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: Pulled muscles from exercise require heat or cold applications, rest and analgesics (topicals or orals). If there is bruising, muscle spasms, inability to walk upright, or loss of motion in a joint, you should see a doctor. It is safe to treat the discomfort for a few days on your own if your symptoms are usual and expected for your sport. Remember hydration, and take vitamin d this winter.
Answered 9/28/2016
5.3k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Hi doctor says I have a pulled stomach muscle and not to exercise for a week but it feels better when can I start to exercise again ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Who can help heal lower back pulled or tore muscle? A doc or chiro?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Likely strained muscles in lower back from fall. How long should I give my body to heal b4 going to doc if still in pain? continue to workout?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Doctors can you tell me when should I see my doctor about pulled or torn muscle on left side of abdomen?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I pulled a muscle, and now I have back pain and respiratory pain, should I go see the doctor?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
8weeks after inguinal hernia repair i did a light ab workout, pain returned, doctors say it's prob pulled muscle, it seems swollen and bigger when pee?
DOCTORS !Got muscle spasms while exercising at lower back! I feel more pain when i twist my left leg.What happened to me and where's the exact injury?
Hello doctor.I am 20years old girl, i would like to know if i can decrease calf muscle mass by exercising? Thank you
Which type of doctor should I see for my pulled muscle in my back?
I pulled my thigh muscle a year ago and i think it healed wrong. Is there an alternative to seeing a doctor?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
