Muscle Strains
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Muscle Strains Treatment
Treatment for muscle strains includes:
Rest
Elevation
Cold compresses
Apply for the first 48 hours following the injury
Warm compresses
May be used 48 to 72 hours following the injury
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
for pain:
Ibuprofen
Naproxen
Ketoprofen
Narcotic pain medication
Muscle stretching exercises for muscle strains
Massage therapy for muscle strains
Physical therapy for muscle strains
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Related Topics:
Acute back strain or sprain
Arm injury
Back injury
Calf strain
Groin strain
Hamstring rupture
Hamstring strain
Hip strain
Leg injury
Leg strain
Muscle cramps
Neck injury
Neck pain
Neck strain or sprain
Quadriceps muscle strain
Rotator cuff tear
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Arm pain after injury
Back pain after injury
Back pain after lifting
Leg pain after injury
Neck pain after injury
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Last Updated: Jun 10, 2008
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