How to recover quickly from a thigh strain

Thigh strain can be recovered through general treatment, physical therapy, medication and surgery. 1. General treatment: Thigh strain should pay attention to rest, adequate rest can reduce the stimulation of the affected area, which is conducive to the recovery of the injury. When resting, you can elevate the affected limb to promote blood return and swelling. 2. Physical therapy: within 72 hours of a thigh strain, you can use a cold towel on the affected area, cold compresses can reduce the inflammatory response, relieve swelling and bruising. After 72 hours, hot compresses can be applied to promote blood circulation. 3. Medication: Anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medications, such as diclofenac sodium, can be applied to relieve pain. 4. Surgical treatment: serious thigh strain may cause ligament rupture and other injuries, which need to be repaired and reconstructed surgically. After the thigh strain, you should go to the hospital in time for further examination and treatment. The above drugs need to be applied under the guidance of a physician.