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I definitely overstrained my legs today for squats, i can barely walk and collapsed when i did. any suggestions?

Q: i definitely overstrained my legs today for squats, i can barely walk and collapsed when i did. any suggestions?

: Rest and drinking a lot of fluid in the next 24 hours.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Rest and drinking a lot of fluid in the next 24 hours.

Answered 7/2/2021

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Dr. Alexander Sah answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Time will heal the strained muscle fibers. Ice/heat, massage may help feel better in the meantime. But it will take time for muscle recovery to occur after overworking them.

Answered 7/3/2021

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I definitely overstrained my legs today for squats, i can barely walk and collapsed when i did. any suggestions?

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