Table of Contents. 1  7 of the Best Essential oils to use for Bee Stings and Bug Bites. 2  12 Simple Essential Oil Based Applications for Bee Stings & Bug Bites.  Other (Non-Essential Oil) Based Natural Remedies for Bee Stings & Bug bites.
When sitting keep your leg elevated, which can reduce swelling. Use ice. When a thigh muscle is pulled, swelling may occur. Applying ice to the thigh for 15 minutes a few times a day may reduce the swelling and the pain. Wrap an ice pack in a clean towel and place it on the part of the thigh muscle which is pulled. Avoid putting ice directly on the skin which can cause injury.
Happily, a groin strain will usually heal on its own. You just need to give it some time and rest. 1  Ice the inside of your thigh to reduce pain and swelling. Experts recommend doing it for 20-30 minutes every 3-4 hours for 2-3 days, or until the pain is gone.  Compress your thigh using an elastic bandage or tape.