<s>[INST] i got kicked by a horse on my leg about 4 months ago. It bruised and was quite painful for about 2 weeks.  However although the bruise has gone i still feel pain in the area if i accidentily rug my leg on a table or something. should it still hurt 4 months later as im rather worried ? [/INST] Hi, even after healing of external bruise, internal healing can take several weeks more. There can be a torn ligament or muscle that may require immobilisation. An MRI would be a good idea--regards </s>