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hello I slipped on some ice and fell on a concrete step on my back right side about the middle back area and its been almost two weeks and it does feel better but still hurts also there is no bruising of any kind should I go to the hospital and if not how long will it take for me to feel 100 again
Wed, 19 Mar 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Mukesh Chugh's Response
Hi Thanks for writing your query Usually sprain and other soft tissue injury at back takes 4-6 week time.The suffering can be reduced by hot fomentation,ibuprofen, proper posture-avoid too much straining of back. If you don't recover with time show it to doctor. Take care
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What Is The Remedy For Back Pain After An Injury?
Hi Thanks for writing your query Usually sprain and other soft tissue injury at back takes 4-6 week time.The suffering can be reduced by hot fomentation,ibuprofen, proper posture-avoid too much straining of back. If you don t recover with time show it to doctor. Take care