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Is Aleve Likely To Abate Swelling And Pain In Back After An Injury?

I slipped and fell on ice last week. I landed on my left side. i now have swelling in my back about half up and just out side the middle of my back on the right. I ve taken aleve, the pain is not unbearable but seems to be getting worse. How long should l let this go before I see my doctor?
Tue, 4 Mar 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello, you have not mentioned your age but if you are above 50 you should get your X ray as early as possible. Even a very trivial looking injury at back can cause fracture so do not take risk. if you are below 50, than few tips for you before you see your doctor. First take rest, avoid bending forward or sitting on chair fo long time. Apply ice over your back. I hope you are taking pain killers like brufen, diclofenenc with muscle relaxant like myospaz or myoril. If your pain persist beyond 7 more days, you should see doctor as well.
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Is Aleve Likely To Abate Swelling And Pain In Back After An Injury?

Hello, you have not mentioned your age but if you are above 50 you should get your X ray as early as possible. Even a very trivial looking injury at back can cause fracture so do not take risk. if you are below 50, than few tips for you before you see your doctor. First take rest, avoid bending forward or sitting on chair fo long time. Apply ice over your back. I hope you are taking pain killers like brufen, diclofenenc with muscle relaxant like myospaz or myoril. If your pain persist beyond 7 more days, you should see doctor as well.