Shoulder Sprain
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Shoulder Sprain Treatment
Treatment for shoulder
sprain
may include:
Rest
Sling
Long term immobilization in a sling can lead to
frozen shoulder
.
If you wear a shoulder sling for longer than two weeks make sure you perform shoulder range of motion exercises twice a day to avoid
frozen shoulder
.
Cold compresses
Physical therapy for shoulder
sprain
Occupational therapy
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
Ibuprofen
Naproxen
Ketoprofen
Corticosteroid
injections for shoulder
sprain
Surgery for shoulder
sprain
To repair
torn ligaments
For more information:
Rotator cuff tear treatment
Shoulder A-C separation treatment
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Shoulder Sprain Treatment: Questions For Doctor
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Last Updated: Jul 29, 2008
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Shoulder Sprain References:
Altchek DW, Levinson M. Shoulder injury in the throwing athlete. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2000 Nov ;11(4):745-54.
Moynes DR. Prevention of injury to the shoulder through exercises and therapy. Clin Sports Med. 1983 Jul;2(2):413-22.
Wollman S. Patient education series. Sprains and strains. Nursing. 2003 Sep;33(9):47.
