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Suggest Treatment For Torn Calf Muscles
Question: Tore a calf muscle last week. Able to bare weigt with a limp. How long do i use cruthes. Docter gave me a splint and wants me back at end of the week. Calf still swells when i try to use it
Brief Answer:
Will take 3-4 weeks.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A torn calf muscle usually takes 3-4 weeks to heal provided a proper rest is given. Avoid weight bearing on the injured leg, no running or jumping.
You need to use the crutches for 4 weeks. The splint will help in providing a support to the torn muscle. Do as your doctor has advised.
The swelling will reappear after you start using it. Do not bear weight.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Will take 3-4 weeks.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A torn calf muscle usually takes 3-4 weeks to heal provided a proper rest is given. Avoid weight bearing on the injured leg, no running or jumping.
You need to use the crutches for 4 weeks. The splint will help in providing a support to the torn muscle. Do as your doctor has advised.
The swelling will reappear after you start using it. Do not bear weight.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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