Question 1

Help please? how long does it take to heal a pulled muscle in my neck?

Accepted Answer

If it's only a muscle strain, then 2-4 weeks should do the trick. Make sure you're icing and doing some neck stretching exercises.

Question 2

How long does it take for a pulled muscle in the shoulder to heal. excruciating pain that comes and goes and spreads to my neck and ear. dr says swoll?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the extent of the tear, and how much continued use the muscle is doing. For example, if you're still doing any moderate to heavy lifting, it's going to take longer to heal. If it's not better in a week, I would seek medical attention.

Question 3

I was bed bound for a week then had a blood transfusn + potas iv this week. recently it became irritating to take a deep breath-dull pain into throat that makes me auto cough, i can breath freely tho. idk if this is serious or just a pulled muscle?

Accepted Answer

Its not pulled muscle. Try using a humidifier at bedtime and take a OTC cough suppressant for a few days. If you are not better or have fever or phlegm see your MD. I hope you feel better.

Question 4

Can a pulled muscle in neck effect the nerve that help extends the  fingers?

Accepted Answer

The nerves that control the sensation and strength/movement originate from the cervical spine i.e. neck.  So injuries to this area can cause nerve irritation.  Be sure to check with your doctor if your symptoms persist.

Question 5

Went to hospital to find out had pulled muscle in neck. can't move at all, in so much pain, took naproxen and muscle relaxer but did nothing?

Accepted Answer

You migh hav  torticolis and the best  therapy is an injection at the trigger point. Usually there is a tender location in the neck and that is where  the inejction is given. You can use  heat, massage, physical therapy also. You need to se eyour physician and get directed for appropraite  therapy.

Question 6

What to do if neck, hurts when i turn etc. is this just a pulled muscle?

Accepted Answer

Initially, rest, moist heat, on possibly an anti inflmatory can help.  If it is not better within a few days, it may not be a simple pulled muscle and you may want to be seen.

Question 7

If my neck hurts when i turn, is this just a pulled muscle?

Accepted Answer

Aleve (naproxen) or Ibuprofen to get rid of some discomfort + a Muscle relaxer. Gentle stretching exercises would be beneficial.
If not improving after 3-5 days then see your PCP.
Good Luck.

Question 8

What will make my pulled muscle in my neck feel better to day i sat down and i pulled a musle in my neck and it really hurts i have tryed laying on it but it did not help

Accepted Answer

I would recommend rest, hot shower and gently stretching your neck.  If you do not have any allergies or medical conditions prohibiting anti-inflammatory usage such as stomach ulcers, kidney disease, etc then 400 mg Ibuprofen every 6 hours for a couple days may help.  If you are uncertain if you can take anti-inflammatory medicine or the pain does not improve over the next few days you should contact your primary care doctor. Good luck!

Question 9

If i have shoulder and neck pain, could it be a strained/pulled muscle?

Accepted Answer

Could be strained muscle or injury, nerve inj., infection, spasm, or vertebral or rib dysfunction.Neck muscles attach to ribs, too, so if a rib is out of whack or refuses to move, the muscle gets tight and painful.A good history & physical exam including an osteopathic hands-on exam might find the cause.Manipulation may help.Other treatments may be necessary-but first you need a proper diagnosis.

Question 10

Having pain in my neck and my shoulder (left) and both my armpits like the top of my breast it feels like a pulled muscle but its not what is this?

Accepted Answer

Pain due to pinched nerve in the neck or upper back bay cause your symptoms. Based upon age, dangerous problems aren't very likely. A disc herniation in the lower part of your neck--c7-t1-2, could account for these feelings. Try some nsaids and mckenzie exercises, ice/heat, salonpas patches. Spine doc eval if not improving.

How long does a pulled muscle in neck take to heal

Help please? how long does it take to heal a pulled muscle in my neck?

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How long does it take for a pulled muscle in the shoulder to heal. excruciating pain that comes and goes and spreads to my neck and ear. dr says swoll?

I was bed bound for a week then had a blood transfusn + potas iv this week. recently it became irritating to take a deep breath-dull pain into throat that makes me auto cough, i can breath freely tho. idk if this is serious or just a pulled muscle?

Can a pulled muscle in neck effect the nerve that help extends the fingers?

Went to hospital to find out had pulled muscle in neck. can't move at all, in so much pain, took naproxen and muscle relaxer but did nothing?

What to do if neck, hurts when i turn etc. is this just a pulled muscle?

If my neck hurts when i turn, is this just a pulled muscle?

What will make my pulled muscle in my neck feel better to day i sat down and i pulled a musle in my neck and it really hurts i have tryed laying on it but it did not help

If i have shoulder and neck pain, could it be a strained/pulled muscle?

Having pain in my neck and my shoulder (left) and both my armpits like the top of my breast it feels like a pulled muscle but its not what is this?

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