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How long is it supposed to it take for a muscle to heal after a strain?

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2-6 weeks: Minor sprains would need about 1-3 weeks, while more severe ones may take 4-6 weeks, as long as the correct diagnosis is a sprain only.

Answered 5/13/2013

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