I am feeling muscle and joint pain after playing rugby. Is this normal?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 22 year old female. I was playing touch rugby two days ago. It just so happens, and I have not exercised in a while now. I am having severe lower back pain, muscular and joint pains around my thighs. Today is the second day, and I am still feeling the pain. Is this normal? Do I need to seek medical attention?

Answer 1

Hello,

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It is probably a muscle soreness due to sudden activities following prolonged inactivity. It usually takes a week to resolve without medicine.

However, I suggest you tablet Ibuprofen 400 mg or Diclofenac 50 mg whenever needed up to two times a day along with some antacid like tablet Pantoprazole 40 mg before breakfast once a day for three days.

I also suggestDiclofenac gel or spray for local application two times a day. Also, have hot water fomentation two to three times a day.

If it responds in a day or two, then it is fine. Otherwise, you should visit a doctor for examination and x-ray lumber spine, anteroposterior and lateral view.

For further information consult an internal medicine physician online.