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My 12 yr old son had pulled a muscle last week is it safe for him to return to pe? he has not had any pain in 5 days and no swelling or redness.
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Depends: Whoever is treating him and has examined him is the best one to make that call.
Answered 11/27/2017
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You don't mention...: What muscle was damaged, but muscle tissue heals really fast in kids. If he takes things slow at first, he should be all right, but he should stop activities at the first signs of pain.
Answered 2/12/2013
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