steroid/lidocaine injections

[kylieg]

I was wondering if anyone has ever gotten a lidocaine injection and a steroid to reduce inflammation. I am getting one in both my groins on Tues. I was wondering if I am supposed to lay low that day or the next to let the injection work or does it not matter? I am a swimmer (breaststroker) hence the groin inflammation, but my coach wants me to pull an hr after the injection and possibly use cords or what not the next day. Pulling is using paddles to swim and having a pull bouy between the legs. I won't be kicking, but I will be holding the bouy in place and pushing off the walls. Anyone know!?

[kylieg]

no one?

[melon]

You must be careful - the lidocaine will numb the area so you will be more likely to strain it and cause more injury. I'd advise you didn't swim until the day after.