MCL tenderness - what to do?

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2008-07-31 10:38 PM


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Subject: MCL tenderness - what to do?

I've been to see a physio and they say only rest.  It's not bad enough that I can't race, I just get tenderness during and after any run over 5km.  Doing an Olympic triathlon in 2 weeks, so 10km.

(bike and swim are fine)

 Should I also be careful with my weight training in the gym?  Any exercises I should stay away from during training?

Does anyone know any stretching or any other advice besides rest for tender MCL during run training?

2008-08-05 9:05 PM
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Subject: RE: MCL tenderness - what to do?
Are you positive it is MCL?
2008-08-06 4:06 AM
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Subject: RE: MCL tenderness - what to do?
MCL injuries are typically treated by letting the tendon scar down and heal on its own. Basic rule of thumb...if it hurts don't do it. It will pass, you will get better. eat well, sleep well, and your body will heal itself if you let it.
2008-08-07 3:35 PM
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Subject: RE: MCL tenderness - what to do?
Yes it is MCL, physio assessed it.  I did a Sprint Triathlon and it disappeared after about 3 KM into the run.  Just have to grin and bear it this year.
2008-08-07 6:36 PM
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Subject: RE: MCL tenderness - what to do?
unless you had a specific injury....ie you were playing football and got hit from the outside...its probably not your MCL....you need an injury to sprain your MCL....could be plica pain......go see an orthopedist
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