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Have Back Pain. Took Ibuprofen. Uses Hot Shower, Heating Pad
Have been having back pain for 5 or 6 days, pain is below my shoulder blade on the left side of my back towards my middle back. I have been taking ibuprofen for the pain, however I am getting little relief. I feel the best in the morning after I get up, however after 4 hrs or so the aching/burning Is back. Heat seems to help, heating pad and hot shower... Should I be concerned? It bothers me that the ibuprofen is not working.. Thanks for your input
Dawn
Dawn
Thu, 31 Oct 2013
Apply muscle relaxant/anti-inflammatory creams locally after hot fomentation and take complete rest in bed for 3 days to relax the muscles. avoid bending and lifting objects within the rest period.
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