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What might i do to heal a calf strain as fast as possible?
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Depends on RICE and : By use of nsaids for pain and swelling. Rice=rest, ice, compression and elevation of the extremity, to allow the acute symptoms to subside, for the first 3-5 days, then heat packs would probably help in relieving the symptoms. Pt for stretching & strengthening exercises would help. Nsaids would help relieve the pain & swelling. Crutches will help. See an orhopod if no improvement in 2-3 weeks.
Answered 12/10/2013
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