When should I worry about a bruised thigh?

See your doctor if you notice the following:

bruises that show no sign of improvement after a week or two. bruises that appear after starting a new medication or supplement. bruises that keep occurring in the same area. bruising that’s severe after a minor bump or injury.

Can you walk with a thigh contusion?

Quadriceps contusions can be classified as mild, moderate, and severe. Mild injuries result in mild pain and swelling, but the athlete is able to walk without a limp.

How serious is a thigh bruise?

Quadriceps contusions can lead to two serious complications: Compartment Syndrome and myositis ossificans. A contusion is the most common acute thigh injury in contact sport such as football, rugby and basketball. Contusions are caused by external forces like a direct blow from an opponent’s knee.

What is the fastest way to heal a bruised thigh?

Treatment
  1. Wrap thigh with a wet bandage to insulate skin (ace bandage).
  2. Frequently ice the injury for 10-30 minutes.
  3. Use crutches for second and third degree contusions.
  4. Isometric exercises while using ice will control hemorrhaging.
  5. Stretching.
  6. A thigh sleeve or “donut pad” are often helpful on return to play.

How long does it take for a bruised muscle to heal?

Recovery time can range between a few days to a few weeks. Though many cases of muscle bruising heal on their own, more severe muscle injuries may require medical attention. If your symptoms don’t improve within a few days of developing the injury, see your doctor.

What happens when you get hit in the thigh?

A quadriceps contusion happens when someone gets hit very hard in the thigh. The force makes the muscle tear and bleed. It also can tear the sheath that covers the quadriceps muscles.

What does a thigh contusion feel like?

If you have a grade 1 thigh contusion your thigh muscle will feel tight. You may walk with a limp. However, you are unlikely to have much swelling. Trying to straighten your knee against resistance probably won’t produce much pain.

How long does a bruise take to form?

Immediately following trauma, you’ll probably notice a red mark that becomes more apparent as blood begins to leak. Black, blue, or purple. Within 24 hours or so, the bruise turns black, blue, or dark purple as more blood pools in the area.

Does massaging a bruise make it worse?

You may want to massage the sore spot when you’re resting, but it’s a bad idea. That can make the injured spot worse. You may break more blood vessels under the skin and make the bruised area larger.

What are the stages of a bruise?

When it first appears, a bruise will be reddish looking, reflecting the color of the blood in the skin. By 1-2 days, the reddish iron from the blood undergoes a change and the bruise will appear blue or purple. By day 6, the color changes to green and by day 8-9, the bruise will appear yellowish-brown.

What are the healing stages of a bruise?

After a few days, the bruise will appear blue or black. After 5-10 days, the bruise will turn a greenish or yellowish color as it begins to fade. After 10-14 days, the bruise appears light brown and color and gets lighter each day until it fades completely.

Can you get permanent bruises?

Typically, it is a collection of blood under the skin that heals quickly when treated with R.I.C.E (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and pain medication. However, sometimes a bruise can be a sign of deeper trauma. If left untreated, some large bruises may even wind up causing permanent muscle damage.

How long does it take for a bone bruise to heal?

Most bone bruises slowly heal over 1 to 2 months. A larger bone bruise may take longer to heal. You may not be able to return to sports activities for weeks or months. If your symptoms don’t go away, your healthcare provider may give you an MRI.

Should you massage a bruise?

Don’t Touch It. Given that the area is in pain, you might want to massage it — resist the urge. Touching or massaging the bruise may actually resulting in more broken blood vessels and a worse-looking bruise.

Can a bruise last for months?

Bruises can last from days to months, with the bone bruise being the most severe and painful. A muscle bruise occurs when a direct blow from an object strikes part of the body, damaging the underlying muscle fibers and connective tissue without breaking the skin.

What happens if bruises don’t go away?

Bruises are typically surface injuries that heal on their own without medical attention, and people can treat them safely at home. However, if you suffer a more significant trauma or injury and have bruising that does not heal and disappear after 2 weeks, then it’s time to get medical attention.

How long does a bruise last on your leg?

Bruises hurt, but most are not serious and will go away on their own within 2 to 4 weeks. Sometimes, gravity causes them to spread down the body. A leg bruise usually will take longer to heal than a bruise on the face or arms.

Should a bruise last 3 months?

Bruises can last from days to months and vary from mild to severe. Bone bruises are among the most serious and painful. They usually heal in a couple of months, although larger bone bruises may take longer.

Why do bruises take so long to heal?

That’s because over time, the sun slowly weakens your skin and the tiny blood vessels underneath it. These bruises are a little different. They aren’t caused by bumping into something, they don’t usually feel tender when you touch them, and they take longer to heal.