Question 1

how effective is acupuncture for helping  in the reparations process of a strained pectoral and intercostal muscles?

Accepted Answer

Acute injuries: Acupuncture can be very beneficial for acclerating healing of strains. The most effective treatments need to be done soon after injury to be the most beneficial.

Question 2

what cause muscle strain ?

Accepted Answer

Muscle strain: Can be produced by lifting heavy things.  Muscle pain can be a side-effect of medication, epically statin drugs which are used to lower cholesterol.  Please see your doctor to rule out any medical disorders.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

could a muscle strain be serious?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If the strain was bad the muscle will ruptur and may need surgery to repiar.

Question 4

is there a way to overcome muscle strain quicker?

Accepted Answer

No: Active rest, nsaids, maybe pt with modalities, vit c...But time is the key.

Question 5

can a spinal fusion cause muscle strain?

Accepted Answer

Spinal fusion: A spinal fusion does not normally cause muscle strain

Question 6

can muscle strain be prevented by stretching?

Accepted Answer

For the most part: Most muscle strains occur after inadequate "warming up " before physical activity. Adequate "warming up" would prepare the athlete or "weekend warrior" for battle.

Question 7

side muscle strain causing pain when breathing?

Accepted Answer

Serratus anterior: A muscle strain on your torso/flank area may be from injury to the overriding serratus anterior mucle. An injury to the actual rib could also cause pain with breathing. If pain not improving within a day or two since onset, you should be evaluated by your physician. Radiographs may be indicated.

Question 8

what can i do to treat a muscle strain in my leg?

Accepted Answer

Muscle strain: Anti-inflammatories are a staple of treating both muscle sprain and strain.

Question 9

what can i do to prevent muscle strain when lifting?

Accepted Answer

Bend at the knees.: Bending at the waist when lifting is a sure fire way to strain your back...Eventually.  Bend at th knees, one in front of other, and limit the weight to 10 pounds:).

Question 10

is it herniated disc or muscle strain, how can i tell?

Accepted Answer

Back: While both can cause pain in your back slipped discs very commonly also cause nerve pinch type symptoms with pain radiating down the leg. Ultimately, an evaluation from your doctor and perhaps an MRI would be helpful.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Acupuncture for muscle strain

A member asked:

How effective is acupuncture for helping in the reparations process of a strained pectoral and intercostal muscles?

A member asked:

What cause muscle strain ?

A member asked:

Could a muscle strain be serious?

A member asked:

Is there a way to overcome muscle strain quicker?

A member asked:

Can a spinal fusion cause muscle strain?

A member asked:

Can muscle strain be prevented by stretching?

A member asked:

Side muscle strain causing pain when breathing?

A member asked:

What can i do to treat a muscle strain in my leg?

A member asked:

What can i do to prevent muscle strain when lifting?

A member asked:

Is it herniated disc or muscle strain, how can i tell?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?