Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In Shoulder Joints

Posted on Fri, 21 Aug 2015

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Question : I have severe pain in my shoulder joint. More uses more hurts. Seen doctors. Need physical therapy. Start next week. I need Otc med very strong

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Take rest and do a hot compress.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Since you have an acute pain in the shoulder you need to give your shoulder a rest. The best pain killer you can get OTC is Aleve or Motrin. It is best to take Aleve every 4 hours to have a persistent pain relief. Doing a hot compress on the shoulder will also help.
In case the pain is unbearable then do consult your orthopedician for a proper examination and stronger pain killers like Tramadol and muscle relaxant.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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