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Pulled Hamstring

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Magsgran Tue 10-Apr-18 19:21:35

I think I have pulled my hamstring by wearing flat shoes one day and heels (1.5") the next - can't think of anything else. (definitely nothing sporty). My question is what can i do to relieve the pain. I went to the chemist today and was told painkillers and go to the Walk In centre if it persists. I asked do I exercise, rest, put on heat/cold - no response. Anyone out there had something like this, I have pain from the back of my thigh (knee) to my bottom, it hurts until I get moving and goes into spasms. I am waking up thro the night with the pain. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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midgey Tue 10-Apr-18 19:30:09

Sounds more like sciatica, which is also extremely painful. I suggest Dr Google for simple cures!

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tanith Tue 10-Apr-18 19:30:41

Sounds like Sciatica to me can be caused by a variety of things. See your GP for diagnosis and pain relief. I do gentle stretching exercise when mine starts to niggle, it can be agonising.

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OldMeg Tue 10-Apr-18 20:18:51

RICE

REST, ICE, COMPRESS AND ELEVATE.

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Nanos Tue 10-Apr-18 23:07:54

You have my sympathy. Go to your GP and explain your symptoms exactly as you have here.; going into spasms, pain through the night. I bought a heat pad like a mini electric blanket and it also helps with the pain. Self refer to physio and get help with proper, gentle excercises. (Some counties do self referral).

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Magsgran Wed 11-Apr-18 21:47:18

Thanks everyone, I have taken 2 hourly paracetemol/ibruprofen today and feel much better - its still there but bearable although I do feel like I am living in a "fog" with the meds.

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Jane10 Wed 11-Apr-18 22:02:48

It does sound more like hamstring injury. Torn muscle fibres. It'll heal. Have you tried Voltarol gel? A warm bath might help tissues to relax a bit. Hope it eases soon.

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