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.
Home Treatment. If you have an acute (sudden) anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, use the following first aid steps to reduce pain and swelling: 1  Rest and reduce your activity level. 2  If it hurts to put weight on your knee, use crutches until you can see your doctor.3  Crutches can be rented from most drugstores.f you have an acute (sudden) anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, use the following first aid steps to reduce pain and swelling: 1  Rest and reduce your activity level. 2  Ice your knee. 3  Elevate your knee while applying ice or anytime you are sitting or lying down. 4  Wrap your knee with an elastic bandage or neoprene sleeve (available at a drugstore).