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Prescribed Norgesic For Rib Pain And Back Pain. Is Massage Advisable?
gd day dr.i was suffering from upper leftrib pain 4 almost 10 days after hitting my back bec.i fell down and my back is affected now but i went 4 check after 3 days but dr said its only muscle spasm thats why he gave me pain reliever norgesic.i take only 3 tabs bec.it cause me acidic.i went 2 Bali 4 convention for 4 days my prob.is until now im still suffring pain at my left and rigt ribs and back pain if i stand and seat but not most of the time .what can u say abt my case.one of my friend advice me 4 massage or chirofractor.waiting 4 ur advice and thank u so much dr.
Mon, 25 Nov 2013
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Generally, any soft tissue injury needs some time for it to heal and recuperate. This recovery time may range from 10-14 days. So, you cannot expect an immediate total relief even with medications like analgesic and antiinflammatories.
I personally don't advice you to undergo massage of the already inflammed and injured area, as there is every chance for worsening of your condition. Any injured or inflammed tissue in the body needs REST for it to settle down. Gentle application of over the counter pain creams are helpful in alleviating the pain.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
Generally, any soft tissue injury needs some time for it to heal and recuperate. This recovery time may range from 10-14 days. So, you cannot expect an immediate total relief even with medications like analgesic and antiinflammatories.
I personally don't advice you to undergo massage of the already inflammed and injured area, as there is every chance for worsening of your condition. Any injured or inflammed tissue in the body needs REST for it to settle down. Gentle application of over the counter pain creams are helpful in alleviating the pain.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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