He muscle strain It is a common injury, caused by tear or strain of muscle fibers after excessive physical exertion. Its symptoms are characteristic, and it is important to detect them early to prevent the injury from worsening and affecting the patient's normal activities.
In this article, we'll take an in-depth look at this condition, addressing its causes, most common symptoms, and recommended guidelines for effective treatment and recovery.
What is a muscle tear?
A muscle tear or fibrillar rupture It consists of the distortion or partial or total rupture of a muscle, generally caused by a excessive stretching of muscle fibersThis is one of the most common muscle injuries and usually occurs during or after exercise, especially when the muscle, without being properly warmed up, has been stretched or contracted abruptly.
This tear occurs when the tough tissue that connects muscle to bone breaks down, during exercise or sports activities. In some cases, muscle tears can occur during heavy lifting.
Most frequent muscle tears
Although the Muscle tears can occur in any muscle, are most common in the back and leg muscles. Thus, muscle tears in the calf, caused by jumping or sudden changes in direction, can be distinguished.
One of the muscles most prone to muscle tears is the quadriceps. In this case, depending on the characteristics of the fibrillar tear, intramuscular tears can be distinguished, in which the lining that covers the muscle is torn, and fibrillar tears in the muscle itself.
Regarding the hamstring muscles, muscle tears are the most common injury among football players. Normally, it occurs when the muscle is fatigued. Lastly, back muscle tears are caused by excessive extension of the muscles.
Types of muscle tears
Depending on the severity of the fibrillar rupture, there are three types of muscle tears: first, second, or third degree. This classification is determined based on the symptoms and degree of involvement, taking into account that not all muscles have the same characteristics or dimensions:
- First-degree fibrillar rupture: It occurs when some muscle fibers may have been stretched too far or even torn.
- Second-degree fibrillar tear: It is the most typical and results in a partial tear of the muscle, which causes intense pain, especially when trying to contract the affected area.
- Third-degree fibrillar tear: It is the most severe form of this injury. It occurs when all or almost all of the muscle tissue has been separated or torn.
Why ruptures of muscle fibers or muscle tears occur
Muscle tears often occur during sports or lifting heavy loads. The injury usually occurs when there is a unusual contraction or stretching in the muscle. The most common symptom is the sensation of receiving a strong blow or a "stone" in the affected muscle.
Muscle tear can occur through the following ways:
- Direct: on this occasion, it is due to a severe direct blow or trauma, causing fiber breakage. This blow can produce a fiber overstretching, until causing a muscle tear.
- Indirect: This is the most common way a muscle tear occurs. It occurs due to a sudden elongation when the muscle contracts rapidly.
Most muscle tears are caused by inadequate physical preparation, especially due to a lack of warm-up before exercise or accumulated fatigue. They can also be due to general muscle weakness, caused by poor nutrition, vitamin deficiencies, or insufficient rest. In other cases, this injury occurs after performing sudden or poorly executed joint movements that suddenly overload the affected muscle.
Risk factors for fibrillar rupture
The risk of suffering a muscle tear and the severity of the injury depend on various individual and circumstantial factors. The main risk factors include:
- Poor physical preparation: Lack of warm-up and lack of stretching before physical activity can increase the likelihood of muscle tears.
- Sedentary lifestyle: Prolonged inactivity reduces flexibility in muscles and increases vulnerability to injury.
- Poor nutrition: A diet low in nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, and protein, affects muscle health, making them more susceptible to injury and hindering recovery.
- Physical overload: Overexertion can cause excessive wear and tear on the muscles, increasing the risk of tears.
- Excessive muscle fatigue: Accumulated fatigue decreases the muscle's ability to withstand stress, increasing the likelihood of tears.
Symptoms of muscle tear
The symptoms of muscle tears depend on the degree of the injury. In the grade 1 tearsThe most common symptoms are tenderness in the area and muscle pain. Mobility is usually almost normal, although discomfort may increase with certain movements.
In it grade 2 muscle tear Symptoms manifest as significant muscle pain, accompanied by inflammation at the injured site and muscle stiffness. At this stage, muscle function is impaired, and the pain worsens during movement.
Lastly, regarding the grade 3 muscle tears, the patient usually manifests acute pain, accompanied by inflammation. In some cases, bumps may appear in the affected area.
How to avoid a muscle tear
Although some muscle tears may be unavoidable, there are several strategies to significantly reduce the risk of suffering from them. One of the main steps in preventing them is to perform a proper warm-up, both before and after physical activity, as it prepares the muscles for the effort, improves flexibility and reduces the risk of injury.
In addition, it is important to follow a balanced diet that promotes proper muscle function and overall body well-being. This helps maintain a healthy body weight and prevent muscle overload that could lead to injury.
Finally, it's important to engage in regular, progressive physical activity, avoiding overdoing it, which could lead to muscle fatigue and, in turn, tears.
These guidelines are essential to significantly reduce the likelihood of suffering a muscle tear.
How do you differentiate between a muscle tear and a muscle fiber rupture?
There are key differences that distinguish between a muscle tear and a muscle fiber tear. Muscle tears typically involve more severe and extensive damage to the muscle fibers. Strains, on the other hand, can be more superficial and less severe.
A specialized traumatologist can perform a accurate differential diagnosis, evaluating symptoms, the extent of the injury, and performing specific tests to determine the severity of the injury. This is essential for establishing an appropriate treatment plan that facilitates optimal recovery and prevents future complications.
Recovery after a muscle strain
Recovery from a muscle tear can vary depending on the severity of the injury. In milder cases, rest is usually sufficient to allow the muscle to repair naturally. In these cases, the patient may need 8 to 10 days of rest.
For more serious injuries, the recovery process is longer, and the rest period can extend from one to three months, depending on the extent of the injury.
In more severe cases, such as third-degree tears, surgical treatment may be necessary. This procedure is considered in cases of extensive damage when the muscle cannot heal naturally.
Once this period is over, the patient will have to perform a physiotherapy and rehabilitation treatment that helps strengthen the muscle, before returning to your usual activities.
Treatment and rehabilitation exercises after a muscle tear
In the case of muscle tears, rehabilitation is recommended to promote strengthening and flexibility of the affected muscles. Furthermore, in many cases, the use of neuromuscular bandages is recommended. These are made by applying cotton tape with acrylic adhesive.
In addition, the patient must follow a table of exercises appropriate to their injury, which will allow them to regain fitness to be able to play sports again.
In the most severe cases, when the injury does not respond to conservative treatment, surgery may be necessary.
As explained, it is important to go to a specialist traumatologist upon the appearance of pain or discomfort, to apply the appropriate treatment and prevent the injury from worsening and having direct consequences on the patient's quality of life.
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Good morning, I have a 6cm tear in my right bicep, the swelling is going down but the lump remains, it doesn't bother me to do certain exercises: like pull-ups, and exercises, I hardly feel any discomfort, do I still do exercises?
Hello, Ángel Carlos!
The most appropriate thing is that you go to your trusted physiotherapist, so that they can supervise the technique and prescribe exercises that help you strengthen the muscles in the area. However, if you have any questions, write to us at our email [email protected] where we will be happy to help you.
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Hello, good morning, could you help me with a query about a tear that I suffered in my left leg, the swelling is approximately 15 cm, almost reaching the groin, it is very painful, I can barely walk, could you support me, thank you
Hello Hector!
Of course. The most appropriate and quickest thing is for you to contact us through our email [email protected] where we will be happy to assist you.
All the best!
Hello, could you help me? I have a tear in my right quadricep and the discomfort extends to my groin. It is no longer inflamed but it hurts. How long will I have to rest in recovery?
Hello Vero,
To give you an accurate answer, we would need to examine you in person to know the extent of your injury.
You can make an appointment by calling 91 005 39 00
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Hello Héctor, are you cured?
Hello, good morning. My name is Ariel. I recently suffered a muscle tear while playing. I felt like something stretched, I don't know what happened. I feel like it's not getting better. It's been months since it healed.
They operated on my leg for a muscle tear, they put a padding, and after 5 months I'm worse before I only had a slight pain, now I walk super slowly, if I'm sitting when I get up it's like I have a wooden leg, and it's hard to walk because My hip hurts a lot. Thank you.
Good morning, Maria!
For issues as delicate as yours, we cannot provide you with an accurate diagnosis without first performing a thorough review of the affected area. If you wish to make an appointment with the Elgeadi Traumatology team of traumatologists, you can make your appointment either call us by phone.
All the best!
Good morning, I exercised on a stationary bike 3 days ago and since the next day I have felt a lot of pain when walking, sitting and standing up, I do not feel improvement but more pain to the point that it grips the entire leg up to the foot and the bone. I would like to know if this will pass or if I have a serious muscle tear.
Hello Cleopatra,
How are you? To analyze it we should physically examine you and determine the injury. Make an appointment with us if you want without problem.
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Good morning
I was stretching without warming up and I felt pain in my back muscle that made me cry. They gave me 3 injections and it went away but I would like to know when I can train again.
Good morning.
Recovery time will depend on the degree of severity of the injury; we cannot offer you an exact diagnosis without having performed a prior medical examination of the affected area. You can make an appointment with our specialist traumatologists if you wish.
All the best.
Good morning
I had a tear while riding a bicycle, what should I do?
Good morning, Jaime.
We cannot provide you with an accurate diagnosis without first performing a complete medical examination. It would be necessary for you to come to our trauma clinic. You can make your appointment with the Elgeadi Traumatology team from the link provided.
All the best.
Good afternoon, something similar happened to my friend Héctor, a tear in my left leg near the groin with pain and swelling. After a day it turned purple, I am treating myself with an analgesic and anti-inflammatory, what else could you recommend, thank you
Good morning, Leonardo.
It would be advisable to follow physiotherapy and rehabilitation treatment. In this way, personalized exercises will be performed to work the affected area.
All the best.
Good afternoon, I had a tear in my right gluteal and hamstring leg since July 2021 and I had three kinesiologists, it is healed, but there is still pain when walking and sitting for a long time when standing hurts, what can I do? Go back to another kinesiologist? and what can I take for the pain. I would appreciate it if you could help me
Good morning, Maria Teresa.
Faced with your pathology, our specialist traumatologists They will be able to offer you a complete medical diagnosis, opting for the best possible treatment.
All the best.
I have a 5mm tear in my calf muscle. It's been 10 days. I'm doing physical therapy and using neuromuscular taping. I've done some exercises and it doesn't hurt. Could I start playing my sport again?
Hello cecilia,
With a muscle tear, even a small one, it's normal for the area to be sensitive and require a little extra care even a week and a half later. The fact that you don't feel pain with gentle exercises is a good sign, but returning to sports too soon can increase the risk of relapse because the muscle is still healing.
Ideally, the return to activity should be gradual and always guided by the professional who is managing your recovery, as they can assess your strength, flexibility, and stability in consultation before giving you the go-ahead.
If you need a more specific assessment or a second opinion, you can contact Dr. Elgeadi's team at +34 91 005 39 00, where they can provide you with personalized guidance.
Hello, good evening, I had a tear in my left thigh 10 days ago, the pain has almost disappeared but I still have some sensations. What do you recommend I do? Thank you
Good morning, Ricardo.
We are very sorry for your injury. In your case, we cannot give you a specific answer without first knowing your clinical history in detail. At Elgeadi Traumatology we recommend that you carry out a complete medical diagnosis of the area and then offer you a completely individualized treatment. You can make an appointment at our ctrauma clinic in Madrid.
All the best.
Hello, good afternoon, a week ago I felt a puncture in my quadricep while playing soccer and it didn't let me play anymore. For the moment, I let the muscle rest and didn't do any more physical activities, but it still bothers me. Any method to recover? . Thank you
Good morning, Luciano.
We are very sorry for your pathology. Following physiotherapy treatment is very effective in treating injuries. If it is not effective, it would be necessary for you to go to our trauma doctors.
All the best.
Good afternoon, consultation, I have a thin plantar tear of 15 cm or so, how long can it take me to be at rest without any type of activity?
Good morning Lord,
First of all, thank you very much for reading and commenting on our blog. We regret to tell you that, without a specialized diagnosis or any test, we cannot recommend a specific treatment.
If you wish, You can make an appointment at our clinic with one of our trauma specialists,
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Hello, good morning, on Tuesday I tore my proximal bicep doing bench presses, I put extra weight on it, the funny thing is that I didn't feel it at that moment but the next day my entire arm became swollen and as the days went by bruises, I still have the edema, and I can maintain full movement of my arm. Do you think it is very serious? It doesn't hurt much but it is uncomfortable to have my arm swollen. I haven't gone back to the gym to do my routines because I'm giving the tear a rest.
Good morning, Joshua.
Thanks for commenting on our blog. To prevent the injury from worsening, we recommend visiting a specialist traumatologist to perform the necessary diagnostic tests and apply the most appropriate treatment. Get in touch with our traumatology experts from Madrid.
All the best.
Hello. A week ago I suffered a level 2 fibrillar tear in the medial calf of my left leg. The doctor who treated me told me to rest, use crutches (so as not to support the foot of the affected limb), apply cold and use a compression bandage, and prescribed anti-inflammatories and heparin. At the follow-up appointment with the doctor, he did not examine my leg, he only asked me very general questions. He also didn't give me any further instructions, just to continue using crutches, apply cold and, now also, heat, and continue with the heparin. The issue is that small bruises have formed on the left side of my foot and in the front region of my leg, in addition to the affected area (calf); Also, my foot is very swollen. It is normal?
First of all, Thanks.
Good morning, Esteban.
Thank you very much for your comment on our blog. We are sorry for the situation you are in. For cases as specific as yours, we recommend make an appointment with the Elgeadi Traumatology team, so that our experts can make a more complete diagnosis of the area and provide you with the most appropriate treatment for your case.
All the best.
Where they are located?
Good morning, Alma.
The headquarters of our specialist traumatologists are located in the Quironsalud San José Hospital in Madrid. In the Elgeadi Traumatology website You can find where other of our medical centers are located in the Community of Madrid.
All the best.
Very well explained.
Thank you very much for your words, Osmar!
Hello, good evening, I have a tear in my calf (calf), when I stop walking it hurts more and I can't use my support foot to walk, what degree would it be? Is it advisable to move it?
It's just that my calf feels like it's shrunken.
Good morning Brianey,
Thanks for commenting on our blog. To determine the most appropriate treatment for your case, we recommend that you consult with a traumatology specialist, so that they can carry out an exhaustive study of your pathology. You can contact our trauma team in Madrid in the link provided.
All the best!
Hello, good afternoon, I think I have a tear in the thigh of my right leg, practical soccer, and where I have that injury is the foot with which I shoot the ball. Right now I am resting. My question is if I can apply some ointment or is ice better?
Good morning, Emiliano.
Thanks for your comment. The first thing would be to go to a specialist traumatologist who could perform a complete medical study of the affected area. In this way, the treatments that best adapt to your pathology can be carried out.
All the best.
Hello Emiliano, were you able to heal the tear
on the thigh...
Good afternoon;
I am a runner. Last July 4, I was diagnosed with a muscle strain in my right adductor. He sent me pills and I went from there to the physical doctor. They sent me 9 therapies but I still feel the pain. Yesterday I tried to run and it hurts. Boo.
Good morning, Erika.
Thank you very much for your comment. We are very sorry for your pathology. To offer you a complete diagnosis, we recommend that you go to our specialist traumatologists, where a complete study of the affected area will be carried out. In this way, the most appropriate treatment for your injury will be chosen.
All the best.
Good afternoon, I had a growth spurt without having warmed up. I was running and I slipped like a split and I have pain and inflammation in my right leg. The back part that connects to the buttock hurts me to sit and bend over and what should I do there?
Good morning Hector,
Thank you very much for your comment on the blog. In your case, the most appropriate thing is to consult with a traumatologist so that he or she can exhaustively study your pathology and determine the necessary treatment. You can contact our team of expert traumatologists in the link provided.
All the best.
Hello good. About 3 days ago I trained a chest session at the gym. I probably overtrained. Since that night I have had a slight but uncomfortable pain in my right pectoral even when breathing deeply. I think it may be due to a muscle tear. It doesn't hurt excessively, I can carry out activities without problem, but I have that discomfort. What would your treatment be? Will it be removed only with rest? Thank you
Good morning Mario,
Thanks for commenting on our blog. First of all, we advise you to go to your family doctor so that he can refer you to the appropriate specialist with his diagnosis. If it is recommended by your doctor and it could be a trauma pathology, do not hesitate to contact our specialist traumatologists in the link provided.
All the best.
The same thing happens to me from below the right rib to the level of the navel, I went to the doctor and he told me it was a muscle tear, it is annoying but not severe pain and it is lasting a long time since when I gained weight I think it was the tear, I just The doctor told me to take painkillers like Ibuprofen or Paracetamol and rest, and it still hasn't gone away, because I don't rest, I just try not to gain too much weight or make great efforts, that is, in case it helps you.
Hello good,
I have a perineal tear, between ischiorectal fats that causes pain, I have fibrosis in the scar area. It is accessible from the outside but I have transverse contractures. They have told me to do stretches and I have done physio, but the pain does not go away. Do you have any techniques to help with these types of injuries? Thank you.
Good morning Antonio,
Thanks for your comment.
A priori, we can treat it using various ultrasound-guided biological techniques. You can request an appointment with our trauma team through the link provided.
All the best.
Good evening, I had a tear a year ago due to a blow to my right leg near my calves and every time it is cold it hurts, what should I do?
Good morning Yanet,
Thank you for visiting our blog.
In order to offer you a complete diagnosis, it is necessary that you come to our trauma clinic, where we can carry out the necessary medical studies.
All the best.
تعرص أستطع المشي عليها لمدة يومين ، و في اليوم الثالث تحسنت قليلا بعد الراحة يومين و أصبحت أمشي ببطء هل أستمر في الراحة فقط و تناول المسكنات ، و كم تتوقع مدة التشافي خصوصا اني تحسنت قليلا
مرحبًا،
شكرًا لمشاركتك تجربتك. مما تذكره، يبدو أنك تعانين من إصابة عضلية، ولكن من المهم أن يقوم أحد المختصين بتقييم حالتك مباشرة لاستبعاد وجود إصابة أعمق.
في البداية، يمكن أن يساعد المسكنات خلال الأيام الأولى، ولكن إذا استمر الألم أو الالتهاب لأكثر من أسبوع، ننصحك بمراجعة الطبيب لإجراء تقييم أكثر دقة ووضع خطة علاج مناسبة.
عادةً ما تستغرق فترة التعافي من عدة أيام إلى أسبوعين، وذلك حسب نوع الإصابة والعناية التي يتم اتباعها.
مع أطيب التحيات.
Good morning, 20 days ago I had a tear on the sole of my left foot, apparently it was second degree. Now I can walk better and have started doing physical activity, my question is can I play soccer again?
Good morning Montse,
Thank you for visiting our blog.
First, it would be necessary to study the affected area to be able to offer you a diagnosis. You have to follow the instructions of a specialist before resuming your sporting activity.
All the best.
Hello, I had an ultrasound of the anterior aspect of the right thigh with the contralateral side with a high-frequency linear transducer. In the study I found disruption of muscle fibers of the rectus temporalis thigh, in topography of the myotendinous junction measuring 39 x 9 mm in diameter.
I'm having a hard time recovering This was 4 months ago. And the day I stop stretching or exercising, a ball forms in my muscle. and it bothers me.
It is possible to recover or it remains yes forever.
I spend my time working.
Greetings
Hello Sergio,
There are many therapeutic options that range from surgery to infiltrations with biological therapy, etc.
All the best.
Hello, good morning, I would like your recommendation. I fell on May 1st and the index finger of my hand was bent backwards at the time with a lot of pain. I tried to close my hand and the pain was horrible. They immediately put ice on me. plate and it was not broken or anything, they immobilized me because they indicated that it was a sprain, now I had an ultrasound on my hand and this appears:
FINDINGS
The flexor tendons have a normal thickness and echostructure, with no signs of
tenosynovitis, nor space-occupying lesions.
A hypoechoic area with fibrillar destructuring of 8 x 4 x 8 mm facial interosseous muscle is observed.
adjacent palmar second metacarpophalangeal joint
No effusion or signs of synovitis were detected in the carpometacarpal, MCP and IP joints.
Extensor tendons of the hand of normal thickness and echostructure.
Subcutaneous cellular tissue without significant alterations.
DIAGNOSTIC IMPRESSION
Image suggestive of fibrillar tear of adjacent interosseous muscle second joint
metacarpophalangeal
The issue is that the doctor only sent me ice and some pills and the pain at night is like needles in the knuckle of my hand and I have a lump on one side as if the knuckle was protruding, it hurts when I squeeze or do things simple things I can do please I would appreciate it
Hello Mayerling,
We would need to physically examine you to give a specific diagnosis by analyzing the results in detail. Please consult with any of our centers.
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Good morning.
Where can I make an appointment with you and what cities are you in? I had a tear, it is not very serious but I want it to be fixed as it should be. Thank you
Hello Fernando, you can do it through here: https://elgeaditraumatologia.com/cita-privada/ or directly by filling out a contact form here: https://elgeaditraumatologia.com/contacto/ or through the phone (+34) 910 053 900 and we will organize the appointment as soon as possible.
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Good evening, it costs a consultation to find out what type of tear I have, please, it is the quadriceps of my left leg.
Hello Jonathan, please contact us privately using the form, email or phone number on the website so we can give you all the information.
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Hello,
In 2018, that is, almost 5 years ago, I had a muscle tear in the hamstring area from raising my leg too high in a kick without warming up, which caused me to not be able to walk normally for the first few days, inflammation, bruises from the knee to the gluteus, I had medical attention only for first aid and I never checked it, I only performed relative rest and returned to my activities. Since that moment I have not been able to recover the range of motion of that limb, I still feel pain from time to time or when performing kicks or splits. I try to warm up a lot and I still feel pain when doing these exercises. A few days ago I was training and when I kicked up I felt a pull like a tear in the same area. It happens every time I try. I would like to know if after so much time it could be that there are still consequences or that this tear never healed, can it heal now and recover mobility and flexibility? I always had a lot of flexibility to do splits and stretch my legs.
First of all, Thanks.
Hello Pamela, I think the most important thing is to have a specialist check the status of your injury since if you still suffer from pain, of course something happens and it is not advisable to leave it untreated.
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Hello, I have a muscle strain in my right shoulder in addition to tendinitis, I have been like this for more than five months, I am attending physiotherapy with ultrasound and current treatment, I feel the same, I do not get relief with anything, I would like to know what else I could do . Thank you
Hello Mayda, it is clear that this treatment is not working for you. We should analyze all the tests but at least we recommend changing physiotherapists and listening to other evaluations.
All the best.
Good afternoon
They identified a complete tear in my rectus femoris tendon.
Retraction of the semitendinosus muscle in the proximal third of the thigh as a sign of a complete distal tear
The injury occurred on August 27, they sent me to do 10 sessions of kinetherapy and today they discharged me, they added 10 sessions of kinetherapy, to strengthen the muscles and control in another month and the ailment persists, what should I do?
Hello Luis,
Rehabilitation for a grade 3 or severe tear can take between one to three months, so we recommend patience and follow your specialist's instructions.
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Hello, I have a grade 1 tear. I am on day number 12 doing physical therapy, strengthening and running now. I would need to know if I could play soccer anymore. The study says: An area of myofibrillar edema measuring 29 x 10 mm is identified in the mid-discal third of the long portion of the biceps femoris, compatible with grade 1 muscle injury. No liquid collections are observed.
Hello Benjamin,
To recover correctly from a tear, rest and performing rehabilitation exercises are essential. In your case, when you are dealing with a physiotherapist, it would be best for him to be the one to tell you if you can start playing sports.
Greetings
Good afternoon, I think I have a tear in my chest due to the symptoms mentioned, what can I take or do to recover? Thank you very much for your attention.
Hello Cristian, it is best that you confirm the diagnosis with a professional, who will do a thorough physical evaluation and add imaging tests if necessary to confirm it. If so, you will need to rest and undergo rehabilitation therapy with physical therapy.
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Good afternoon, my question is that a month ago I had an accident, a direct blow to the left thigh with a 1.5 cm quadriceps tear and what has me worried is that I feel burning, numbness and pain in the middle of my left leg, thank you.
Hello Luis,
We would have to do a test to see the severity of the tear and see the steps to follow.
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Hello. I had a tear in my left thigh playing soccer last Friday. What can I do to recover as soon as possible?
Hello Ivanna,
A tear can take several weeks to heal. It depends on the severity of it.
The best thing would be to do an imaging test and go to the physiotherapist for rehabilitation.
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I caused a tear at the end of my left scapula.
They injected me with steroids and it only lasted without pain for 20 to 30 days and the pain they recommended continued.
Hello Santiago,
An imaging test would need to be performed to evaluate the type of fibrillar rupture you have and the state of recovery you are in.
You can make an appointment by calling 91 005 39 00
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I have a grade II rectus femoris tear with hematoma towards the middle third of the thigh.
What recommendation do you give me?
Thank you so much
Hello Johan,
We recommend that you take the rest indicated by the doctor and rehabilitation accompanied by professionals to guarantee your recovery.
If you are in Madrid, we recommend going to Rejovery Clinic: a physiotherapy center specialized in rehabilitation
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Hello, I made a bad effort and the muscle in my neck tore, I was in pain for 3 months... but I am hardened, what should I do? What is this talking about?
Good morning Monse,
The best thing after a tear is to rest and rehabilitate with a specialized physiotherapist.
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Hello. I had a left hamstring tear in January. I'm 57 years old. I did kinesiology a few weeks ago and I have pain in my buttock and sometimes higher up they sent me for an ultrasound.
Hello Gabriela,
With that ultrasound you will have more information about how the rehabilitation is going and what the next steps are in your recovery.
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Hello, I have had a tear in my leg for over 3 months and it is still not healing. I have no inflammation, but sitting hurts and I get cramps in that area, even up to my knee. I wonder what you suggest I do?
Hello Francisco,
I suggest you go to a specialist to review your case personally.
You can make an appointment at +34 91 005 39 00.
Greetings
Hello Doctor! Very good article. I have a tear in both legs, when I try to bend my leg to go up a step or bend over, I have a lot of pain in the thigh area, I don't have inflammation or anything, it's just the pain that I have but it's unbearable :(. This happened to me on Monday after exercising when I did legs, my maximum is between 2-3 weights because I'm just starting, what would you recommend? :((
Hello Celinda,
For muscle tear pain in both legs, rest and avoid activities that aggravate the pain. Apply ice for 15-20 minutes several times a day, and consider over-the-counter pain relievers if needed. If pain persists, see a physical therapist for recovery exercises. Resume exercise gradually when the pain subsides. If it worsens, see a doctor.
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Hello, 5 days ago I had a muscle strain while playing football and I couldn't complete the match. I went to the doctor and he ordered an ultrasound and nothing came out.
It doesn't hurt anymore and I even tried running and kicking the ball and I didn't feel any discomfort.
It could be that it was just a very strong pull and it didn't cause a tear. Will I be able to play soccer now?
Hello Fefe,
It may just be a pulled muscle, not a torn muscle, especially if you are no longer in pain and can run without discomfort. However, resume playing football gradually to avoid a relapse. If you feel any discomfort while playing, stop and see your doctor again. Listen to your body to avoid a more serious injury.
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Good afternoon, my name is Jose. I am writing to see if you can help me with a question. I have not played soccer for 5 years. If I played this weekend and I pulled my left knee behind, what can I do? Can you help me? Thank you very much.
Hello, Jose.
Pain behind the knee could be a muscle, tendon, or ligament injury. We recommend resting, applying ice, taking anti-inflammatories if necessary, and seeing a doctor for a proper evaluation if the pain persists.
Greetings
Hello,
I have a bruise in the wrist and forearm area, my hand is swollen and it hurts almost where the elbow is, without reaching it.
The x-ray doesn't show anything broken but it still hurts.
What could it be?
I think I did it doing one-handed pull-ups.
Thank you
Hello Miguel,
It may be a soft tissue injury, such as a sprain. If the pain persists, we recommend that you see a specialist.
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Hello, I had a strain in the gluteus maximus which was mild but I did not have adequate rest since I am a dancer. I wanted to know if when I stop physical activity after not having the proper rest, how long could it take for the muscle to recover?
Hello Muriel,
If the gluteus maximus strain was mild but you did not have adequate rest, recovery could take between 2 and 4 weeks, depending on the severity and subsequent rest. It is important to follow a gradual rehabilitation plan, avoid straining the muscle and, if necessary, consult a physical therapist.
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Hello, I was playing basketball and felt some discomfort in my right gluteus. The next day when I got up from bed, I felt discomfort on one side of my calf and I felt tingling in my thumb and ring finger. Could you help me? I didn't get hit.
Hello,
What you describe could be related to compression or irritation of the nerves in the lower back, which could affect the gluteus, calf and toes. Tingling in the fingers also suggests a possible nerve involvement. In order to determine the exact cause of the symptoms, it is important that an orthopedic surgeon evaluate your case. If you wish, you can schedule an appointment with our orthopedic specialists, who will be able to perform a detailed evaluation, accurately diagnose and, if necessary, recommend the appropriate treatment.
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Hello, a month and a half ago, while playing football, I felt pain in my adductors. 3 weeks ago I went to the physio because I wasn't recovering and the ultrasound they did showed that I had a 1.70 m sprain. After doing physio, I still haven't recovered. My question is, does it take that long to recover from a sprain of this magnitude and for how long? On the other hand, I've been working on my upper body at the gym. They've told me that it doesn't affect me, but while I'm waiting for a second opinion, do you think it could be affecting me?
all the best
Hello John,
Recovery time from a sprain can vary depending on the severity of the injury and how the body responds to treatment. A grade 1.70 sprain can take time to recover, especially if there is soft tissue damage. It's important to follow the treatment plan prescribed by your physical therapist, but if you have concerns about your progress, don't hesitate to seek a second opinion.
Regarding training, if done in a controlled manner and without overloading, it generally shouldn't affect recovery. However, it's always advisable to have your physical therapist assess whether it's appropriate for your particular situation.
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Good evening, I suffered a muscle tear in the back of my left leg between the knee and the gluteus, one traumatologist told me it was a 2nd degree injury and another that it was a 3rd degree injury, I went to get a special ultrasound to find out exactly what was going on and the report said nothing was broken, who can I trust? They gave me 6 weeks of absolute rest, I've been resting for two weeks now, I walk with crutches and try not to put any weight on my leg, I have no pain and the bruising I had in that area has already healed, what else can I do? I would like to send you the photos of the ultrasound to get your opinion. Regards
Hello Gilberto,
Thank you for your message. In order to provide you with a proper assessment, our specialists will ideally review your studies and background in detail. You can request an appointment with our team by writing to [email protected] or by calling +34 91 005 39 00. We will be happy to help and advise you based on the ultrasound results and your current progress.
Greetings and a speedy recovery.
Bonjour je thought avoir fais une dechirure musculaire au milieu du dos j ai tres mal que faire j ai kiss d aide
Bonjour. In the case of two milieu, avoid the efforts, apply the frost for 10–15 min plus the 48 première hours, and consult quickly to confirm the diagnosis. Urgences si gêne respiratoire, fièvre ou douleur thoracique.