Morning #3, no swelling or bruising, so I'm guessing that's not going to happen as long as I continue alternating ice and compression. Latent pain has subsided to nearly nothing (I was able to sleep through the night), overall ROM continues to increase (can now get to about 30 degrees from vertical bending at the waist with locked knees and straight back), and walking stride ROM and pain continue to improve. At this point, a doctor's visit seems only precautionary, plus I can get a more informed opinion on a proper rehab schedule. I don't want to say I was being a little girl about the grade of this injury (still assuming a Grade II strain rather than Grade I), but I'm guessing I can begin a little more concentrated stretching and mobility work next week, again pending the doc's recommendations. Thanks again, folks.
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