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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Spasms And Pain In Shoulder After Injury

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Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2015
Question: Hi,

I slipped getting out of bed and fell on my shoulder. It's very painful if I elevate my arm or quickly turn my head. Feels like muscle spasms. No pain when sitting.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (9 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Typical of a muscle strain. Rest, ice and Ibuprofen would be helpful!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this fall and the pain you have reported. I have reviewed your symptoms and the surrounding information. Theis is typical of soft tissue injury following a fall. Rest, ice packs and Ibuprofen would provide pain relief while healing takes its course. Unless something else happens, there us nothing suggestive of a possible bone fracture or further need of a medical consultation.

I generally don’t encourage taking aspirin because it can cause stomach pain. I will encourage you to switch to Ibuprofen.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Also, report your progress to me for review in 3-5days.
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Dr. Chobufo Ditah

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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Spasms And Pain In Shoulder After Injury

Brief Answer: Typical of a muscle strain. Rest, ice and Ibuprofen would be helpful! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this fall and the pain you have reported. I have reviewed your symptoms and the surrounding information. Theis is typical of soft tissue injury following a fall. Rest, ice packs and Ibuprofen would provide pain relief while healing takes its course. Unless something else happens, there us nothing suggestive of a possible bone fracture or further need of a medical consultation. I generally don’t encourage taking aspirin because it can cause stomach pain. I will encourage you to switch to Ibuprofen. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Also, report your progress to me for review in 3-5days.