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Hi dr, i was on a 10+ mile hike yesterday and seem to have hurt either tendon or muscle of my left leg. pain is mostly felt behind the knee on the ins?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Muscle : You probably have an overuse muscle or tendon injury. Try to rest it, take an nsaids, try heat

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 4/3/2017

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A member asked:

Hi dr, i was on a 10+ mile hike yesterday and seem to have hurt either tendon or muscle of my left leg. pain is mostly felt behind the knee on the ins?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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