What to do about medial thigh muscle pain
Muscle strain occurred during exercise without proper warm-up, causing pain in the vastus medialis (inner thigh muscle). What should I do?
Doctor's answer (1)
Medial thigh muscle pain may be caused by sports injuries, overuse, or muscle strain. The following are methods for treating and relieving medial thigh muscle pain:
1. Rest: Avoid activities that cause pain and allow the muscle sufficient time to recover.
2. Ice application: Apply ice to the painful area multiple times daily, each session not exceeding 20 minutes, to reduce inflammation and swelling.
3. Compression: Gently wrap the injured area with an elastic bandage to help reduce swelling.
4. Elevation: Elevate the injured leg above heart level to reduce blood flow to the area and alleviate swelling.
5. Medication: Anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or celecoxib capsules may be taken.
6. Heat application: If the medial thigh muscle pain is caused by muscle injury or local inflammatory infection, heat application or massage can be used for treatment.
7. Physical therapy: Appropriate stretching and strengthening exercises can help the muscle recover.
If the pain is severe and walking becomes impossible due to inability to bear weight, it is necessary to visit a正规 hospital for examination.
