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Pain in left thigh
I've a constant pain in left thigh just above the knee cap. I usually work sitting at one place for hours. I play football regularly and mostly I've the pain when I play or run. What can it be nerve damage or something else? What should I do ?
Answers (7)
Rest, apply ice, and avoid running. Do quad strengthening, stretching, and check Vitamin D levels. If pain persists, visit clinic for assessment.
Next Steps
Rest and avoid running until pain subsides.
Apply ice for 15–20 minutes every few hours.
Start knee and quadriceps strengthening exercises.
Check Vitamin D and calcium levels.
If pain persists, consult a physiotherapist for assessment.
Health Tips
Avoid prolonged sitting; take breaks to stretch.
Use proper footwear for support.
Perform exercises under guidance to prevent further injury.
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Please check if you are facing pain while climbing or coming down from stairs, cross leg sit and squatting.
Note for any crackling sounds if present.
Next Steps
Requires a thorough diagnosis for best treatment, until then you can do ice packs 2 times a dayover the painful area and avoid forceful movements for sometime.
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Hi please take an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
Next Steps
I need more information and to check some clinical movements.
Health Tips
Maybe soft tissues are injured so don't go for a run and take rest.
Ice compression.
Strengthening exercises and stretching under supervision of a qualified Physio.
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How long it’s been that you are experiencing the pain?
How frequently are you involved in training?
Recovery strategies very important.
Are you right dominant or left dominant when you play football. This history will give clear understanding of the pain and area which involved in injury.
Next Steps
Consult a physio for better understanding of the pain and injury
Health Tips
Don’t overstrain if the pain is increasing with activity
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