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Good day i had stiff tight sensations on my shin and calf whilst jogging 2 days ago. today my left leg around the shin is painful by just walking. should i see a doctor or go to a physiotherapist?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Get examined: to rule out dvt ( deep vein thrombosis) or vein inflammation (thrombophebitis) v. deep muscle injury. Stop jogging untilseen and cleared by a physician.Possible muscular strain or deep injury.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 9/28/2019

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A member asked:

Good day i had stiff tight sensations on my shin and calf whilst jogging 2 days ago. today my left leg around the shin is painful by just walking. should i see a doctor or go to a physiotherapist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Modi agreed

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