
07/07/2025
Why does bruising appear after a muscle strain? 🤕🟣
After a muscle strain, especially a moderate to severe one, you might notice bruising that worsens over the next week. This is completely normal.
🔍 What’s happening?
The strain causes small blood vessels within the muscle to tear. This leads to internal bleeding under the skin — what we see as bruising.
🕐 Why does it spread or get darker over time?
Gravity causes the blood to track down through the tissue, so bruising may appear below the actual injury site and become more visible days later.
💡 Key takeaway:
Bruising doesn’t always mean a worse injury, but it’s a sign that there was some bleeding in the muscle. A proper assessment helps determine the severity and guide your rehab plan.
📍Seen bruising like this after an injury? Get it checked by someone who understands muscle healing and rehab.