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What Can I Do To Get Relief From Constant Pain In Shoulder And Muscle Spasms In Right Elbow?

I have had reoccuring pain in my shoulder for years. Assumably from repetative strain. Recently it has progressed from intermittent pain to constant pain in my shoulder/rotator cuff area down to my elbow. Now for the last 2 days ontop of the constant pain and arm feeling extremely tired i am now having muscle spasms just above my right elbow and on my back right shoulder blade. I have an appointment tomorrow with a physician;however i want to see if their is anything that can help the pain. I have tried heat, ice, naproxen,Motrin. All with little to no effect.
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
To get relief from the pain and for quick healing:
1. Do hot fomatation at the site.
2. Apply local anti-inflammatory gel 2-3 times a day.
3. Take anti-inflammatory drugs like Ibuprofen to reduce pain and local swelling or inflammation.
4. Do not lift weight.
Gradual & gentle stretching exercises to relieve the spasm.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Can I Do To Get Relief From Constant Pain In Shoulder And Muscle Spasms In Right Elbow?

Hello, Thanks for your query. To get relief from the pain and for quick healing: 1. Do hot fomatation at the site. 2. Apply local anti-inflammatory gel 2-3 times a day. 3. Take anti-inflammatory drugs like Ibuprofen to reduce pain and local swelling or inflammation. 4. Do not lift weight. Gradual & gentle stretching exercises to relieve the spasm. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care