What to do for a slightly pulled quad?

Asked by kb12345 (435

) March 31st, 2011

Yesterday I slightly pulled my left upper quad sprinting. It feels very tight and when I walk it is pretty sore. What can I do to shorten this and have a quick heal? I have a track meet tuesday so is there anything I can do so I can still train this weekend? Thank you

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Ice it and do gentle stretching and massage but not all at the same time!

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Be sure not to ice and stretch at the same time. Actually, I would not even try to stretch it for a day or two. I recommend heat, not extreme heat, but keeping your leg protected from cold, and protecting it from further injury. You can also take ibuprofen for 24–48 hours to reduce inflammation. 2 to 3 (400–600mg) every 6–8 hours or so. Just be sure not to take the reduction in pain while medicated as a false sign you are healed and injure yourself more. Also, take ibuprofen with some food and a glass of water.

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