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how do u heal a pulled muscle thats hurting you in the upper back region?

Discussion in 'Physical & Sexual Health' started by Rosepetal, Mar 8, 2014.

  1. Rosepetal

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    i was taking a shower nd i pulled a muscle and now my back is in pain and so am i how do i heal it?
     
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    rest is best (if you just pulled it probably for about a week or so).

    heating pads and mild pain killers should help manage the pain in the meantime.
     
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    thank u rob :slight_smile:
     
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    you should also stretch lightly to loosen it up. look some stretches up.
     
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    If it still hurts after about a week see a doctor. Otherwise just rest and painkillers.
     
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    No heavy lifting or strenuous activities, rest ,heatingpad or some muscle rub, and some mild painkillers.
     
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    thank you :slight_smile: