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When to Seek Medical Care
Table 12-8 provides the symptoms, preventive measures, and selected treatment
modalities for common training and mission-related musculoskeletal injuries. This list is
presented for information and to help you determine whether you need to seek medical
treatment. However, there are numerous conditions which demand immediate medical
attention.
Conditions Requiring Immediate
Evaluation by Medical Personnel:
" Back pain that radiates into the thigh, leg or foot.
" Severe pain.
" Numbness.
" Joint dislocation.
" Suspected fracture.
" Any lower extremity injury in which the individual
is unable to bear weight." Pain which limits activity for 3 to 5 days.
" Any hip pain which causes a limp.