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Should Pain In Chest And Back After A Fall Be A Cause Of Worry?
Fell down steps, hit the step with upper right back, pain under right breast, severe right after fall,eased enough to get to a bed. Very sore and pain if I try to move. Trying to avoid my very crowded ER. Just sore if I lie on my back very still. Should i worry?
Thu, 27 Feb 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Saurabh Gupta's Response
Hello, Thanks for your query. From description , it seems you might developed muscular or ligamentous strain over back . YOU NEED AN XRAY TO RULE OUT BONY INJURY. ,I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance. Meanwhile following measures will help with the pain • Lie on a hard bed. • Anti -inflammatory drugs like Tablet Motrin 1 tablet as and when required • Avoid forward bending. • Avoid strenuous activity & lifting heavy weights. • Apply diclofenac gel on the affected area.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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Should Pain In Chest And Back After A Fall Be A Cause Of Worry?
Hello, Thanks for your query. From description , it seems you might developed muscular or ligamentous strain over back . YOU NEED AN XRAY TO RULE OUT BONY INJURY. ,I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance. Meanwhile following measures will help with the pain • Lie on a hard bed. • Anti -inflammatory drugs like Tablet Motrin 1 tablet as and when required • Avoid forward bending. • Avoid strenuous activity & lifting heavy weights. • Apply diclofenac gel on the affected area. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care