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I think I have sprained my neck

2022-07-18 13:17:19
I was working on my desk and I tried to reach out to grab a distant object and got a sharp pain starting from my neck to left shoulder. Since then pain has reduced but any motion involving my shoulder hurts. Is it okay to take an ibuprofen
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Hi, Please avoid pain killers. Instead rule out the problem. Maintain good ergonomic position. Don't do jerky/sudden movements. Strengthening your neck and shoulder girdle with the help of exercises.
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Please consult a Physiotherapist
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Use hot packs/ice packs alternatively thrice a day for 3 days.

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Hot fermentation and stretching exercise of neck  avoid toward bending and posture corrections must.
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Visit physiotherapy centre

Answered2022-07-23 06:42:18

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From how many days ur having this problem??? consultant with physiotherapist bcoz while doing particular movement ur getting pain,not throughout the day.so ibuprofen will not going to give relief in that particular movement.and moreover painkillers are not  safe .

Answered2022-07-21 08:33:15

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You should give hot water fomentation for 10-15 minutes twice a day.  You can apply volini gel or spray provided you are not allergic. Once the pain subsides you should do neck stretching and strengthening exercises with proper guidance.

Answered2022-07-19 16:26:06

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*Apply hot pack *do neck strengthening exercises

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Maybe muscles sprain.
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Moist heat compression. Myolaxin D gel. Hifenac mr 1 tab per day after meals SOS. Isometric neck exercise. Ergonomic chair and table.

Answered2022-07-18 16:50:59

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You can take zerodol SP or Myospaz forte twice a day after food. Do apply hot pack as well.

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Better to take Tab Myospaz forte

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Please visit a physiotherapist

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Take any muscles relaxant
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If the pain continues for two days Visit nearest Physiotherapy clinic for complete assessment and treatment
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Use Hot pack Application for 10-15 mins 2-3 times a day Apply pain relief ointment for 3-4 times a day Start Stretching Exercises after pain relief Start Neck and Shoulder Strengthening Exercises

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Hot fomentation twice a day will help u . Myospaz forte will be better option

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Take zerodal MR twice aday after food Or else Tab.myospas forte Do hot water application 3-4 times a day for 15 mins

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