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Hello, was playing paddleball when i developed a cramp in my right calf. how and what should i do?
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Strain: This appears to be an acute strain of the muscle and in severe cases there may be associated microtears of fibers. Treatment consists of rest, elevation of the leg and cold applications for 48 hours. If there is no significant swelling switch to warm packs after 48 hours. Taking an anti-inflammatory like Advil or Aleve, if there is no associated severe bleeding(black and blue) helps reduce inflamm
Answered 10/23/2017
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