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How do I know if it's a pulled muscle?

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I went hiking earlier today and i almost fell down, so i kinda bent my right leg too far to avoid falling down, which wasn't a good idea. When i stood up and balanced myself, my quadriceps area hurt a lot. I can't bend my leg properly and i can't bring my leg up like when you're doing a high knee jump. My mum says it's nothing but it really hurts and i need to know whether it's a pulled muscle or not. How long will i be able to start exercising again? And what should i do to make it heal faster? Thanks!