Question 1

what are the best stretches for a strained back?

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Gentle stretches: Curling into a ball or pulling one knee and then the other into your chest.

Question 2

are there any good exercises to do with a strained back?

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Pool exercises: In a warm swimming pool, you are essentially weightless.  Therefore, less stress on your back.

Question 3

please tell me the better method to alleviate the pain of strained back.

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Koshi ga itai: Best bet is to take it easy- avoid bending and especially bending and twisting but do not avoid routine activity.  Use a once daily non steroidal anti inflammatory medication ( indomethacin, meloxicam, etc) consistently for 10-14 days.  Saronpas or diclofenac patch can help as well.  Can try massage or even acupuncture.

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Question 4

i strained my back what can i do?

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Back pain: When did it happen? Stay active. Take medications like tylenol or naproxen/ibuprofen (unless advised to avoid due to other health related issues), reduce stress, massage, try to do stretches. If it does not feel better soon then consult a physician.

Question 5

any way to exercise with a strained lcl?

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Possibly: If there is a mild grade 1 sprain, 
one might be able to exercise with a 
brace that provides medial/ lateral 
if there is a grade 2 or 3 sprain, you
will probably be out for between 4 and 6
weeks.

Question 6

how can you improve extremely strained neck?

Accepted Answer

Anti-inflammatory: You may want to try applying moist heat to your neck 2-3 times per day and start a short course of anti-inflammatory such as advil or aleve (naproxen).  Make sure you have a good lumbar support if you sit in a chair several hours per day.  This will help with posture and will reduce stress on the neck.  If pain lasts greater than 2 weeks or worsens i recommend seeing your doctor.

Question 7

what is the best strretch for a strained neck?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There are alot of muscles in the neck, so it depends which one is bothering you.  Try and move so that you apply a gentle stretch to the offending muscle.  If that doesn't work, being seen by a physical therapist would be helpful.

Question 8

what can i do to treat a strained rotator cuff?

Accepted Answer

Rotator cuff: Start with some easy exercises to work the muscles of the shoulder blade that the rotator cuff attaches to. This will take some of the strain off the cuff.  Use a rag and wipe a surface in the numbers of a clock face from the center up to 12:00 then back to center then 1:00 and so on. Start on a flat table top and gradually work your way up to a mirror or other vertical surface.

Question 9

is ice or warmth better for strained hamstrings?

Accepted Answer

: The general rule is cooling for the first 24 hrs to reduce pain or swelling and heat afterwards to improve blood flow which aids healing. How this would apply to this case is hard to know without an exam.

Question 10

i strained my back, will i be okay after a week?

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Probably: Back pain usually comes from a degenerative joint or disc in the neck.  Sometimes it's from a muscle strain or sprain.  Early treatment options include a short course of nsaids (advil, aleve), gentle massage, moist heat, and focusing on posture.  If pain lasts greater than 2 weeks see your physician.

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