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How Can Pain In The Chest Be Treated?
Hello about 10days ago , I slipped I did not fall but lost my balance a went into a snow bank & bumped my chest . It’s been sore when I cough or sneeze & sometimes when I move just right , I know nothing is broken but about how long should my chest we sore, I have taking Tylenol & sometimes ibuprofen to ease the discomfort.
Tue, 3 Apr 2018
Hello,
Pain related to soft tissue injury can last two to six weeks in some persons. The main aspects of treatment would include- P.R.I.C.E.M.M which stands for -
(1) Protection from further injury
(2) Rest to allow the area to heal
(3) Ice therapy- 2 to 3 times a week
(4) Compression and elevation would not apply here.
(5) M- medication like Naproxen or ibuprofen or Cataflam. The regular use of one of these anti-inflammatory medicines for 48 hours at least, would help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
Pain related to soft tissue injury can last two to six weeks in some persons. The main aspects of treatment would include- P.R.I.C.E.M.M which stands for -
(1) Protection from further injury
(2) Rest to allow the area to heal
(3) Ice therapy- 2 to 3 times a week
(4) Compression and elevation would not apply here.
(5) M- medication like Naproxen or ibuprofen or Cataflam. The regular use of one of these anti-inflammatory medicines for 48 hours at least, would help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
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