I recently went to the ER and was diagnosed with a ligament strain. I ve been icing my left hip for over a week now. I am intermittently black and blue from my sacrum through my left hip and forward to the pelvis. I stand for work (2 days a week) and that hip really aches. The only thing that helps is either Tylenol #3 or Neurontin. How long will this pain go on? and/or should I go to a Dr.?
Hello, If it's a ligament strain diagnosed by your physician, then it requires about six weeks to completely heal. I would suggest you take it easy for four more weeks and avoid sports and strenuous activities until that time. I would also suggest you consult your physician again after six weeks if you don't have relief or the pain worsens. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.