What is the fastest way to heal a pulled quad?

Pain relief

  1. Rest. Avoid doing activities that may aggravate your injury.
  2. Ice. Use a cold pack for 15 to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours throughout the day.
  3. Compression. Consider bandaging your thigh with an elastic wrap to limit swelling and movement.
  4. Elevation.

Can a quad strain heal in 3 days?

Depending on the severity of a Grade I or mild Grade II strain, the initial acute protection phase may last anywhere from three to five days and up to two weeks.

Is it OK to massage a strained quad?

What shouldn’t I do if I have a pulled quad muscle? If you have pulled your quad muscle then you should avoid any activities which increase blood flow to the injured muscle. These include hot showers, quads stretches, heat rubs, sports massage, consumption of alcohol and excessive activity.

How do I know if I strained my quad?

SYMPTOMS OF A QUAD STRAIN

  1. Pain and swelling in the thigh.
  2. Visible inflammation or bruising.
  3. Difficulty bending and straightening the knee.
  4. Leg weakness and reduced range of motion.
  5. Sharp pain when running, jumping, or kicking.

Is walking good for a quad strain?

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends using the RICE method for initial treatment of muscle strains in the thigh. The RICE method stands for: R — Rest: Avoid walking, running, squats, and any activity that requires the leg to do too much work.

Is quad strain serious?

Symptoms of a grade 1 quadriceps strain are not always serious enough to stop training at the time of injury. A twinge may be felt in the thigh and a general feeling of tightness. The athlete may feel mild discomfort on walking and running might be difficult.

Did I pull or tear my quad?

SYMPTOMS OF A QUAD STRAIN Visible inflammation or bruising. Difficulty bending and straightening the knee. Leg weakness and reduced range of motion. Sharp pain when running, jumping, or kicking.

How do you know if you pulled your quad?