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Hi, i was playing slow pitch softball, and was running to 2nd base when i rounded, i felt a snap in my right quad (6 inches from my hip)...i was wondering if its strained, torn etc. and would RICE be the best way to fix it.
prior to this injury, about 6 weeks i ago, it was tender
rice is good. 2-3 days after injury, start gentle stretching. GEntle, no pain, just gentle stretching. gentle mobility should help it. you could have strained it, or partially torn it, but without MRI, we will not know. RICE is teh best, try PT if that does not help.
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Bryan Ruchin, PT, DPT, MSPT
Expertise
I am a physical therapist that treats all types of musculoskeletal disorders including orthopedic, vestibular, neurologic, and geriatric issues. I am also a specialist and the only therapist in Georgia that treats coccygeal pain and related pelvic and back pain. I am affliated with all types of sports ranging from highschool to professional.
Experience
I have been practicing since 2005 and am actively involved in research in all my fields. I am listed as a specialist for treating coccygeal disorders. I am a active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia.
Organizations
APTA, PTAG, AAOMPT
Education/Credentials
I graduated from Georgia State with a B.S. in Exercise Physiology,from Florida Gulf Coast University with a Masters in Physical Therapy, and from Sage College with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Awards and Honors
Specialist listed on coccyx.org
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