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My legs are sore after walking too much. is it smarter to completely rest them up or to walk on them a little bit thou the achyness ?

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

Be carefull: Walking too much with sore could lead to stress certain of the bone which could cause stress fracture. I would suggest to rest and do another kind exercise till they get better.

Answered 4/22/2013

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A member asked:

My legs are sore after walking too much. is it smarter to completely rest them up or to walk on them a little bit thou the achyness ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

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