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How To Cure Pain And Bruise On The Leg After Falling Down?
I jumped to get out of a pool and felt a pain that I first thought was a cramp but instantly hurt worse. There was instantly a large lump where the pain was in the leg. I could barely move the leg and needed help getting out. The lump went away within a half hour but the spot remains firm and the pain became intermittent with only certain movements causing pain, which caused trouble walking. It is now 24 hours later and I can walk normally and put weight on it but the leg and area are still sore without any bruising or discoloration. Is there a chance the leg is broken or it is likely just a strain with only rest, not medical attention needed?
Fri, 8 May 2015
Hello,Your leg is certainly not broken.This could be superficial muscle tear of the calf.This needs ice,rest. An elastic bandage will make you feel a little more secure.Start stretching exercises of the ankle and knee when the pain is milder.
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