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Strained a muscle in my chest once again what can i do to relieve the pain it hurts anyway i move or lay. any suggestion to heal the muscles faster?
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Follow RICE, ie:: Rest, ice it, compression bandage and elevate. Decrease all movements to a minimum and take pain meds + a muscle relaxer for a few days. Support (with a hand or a cushion against the chest) when coughing or sneezing, to reduce the pain. If no better see your pcp.
Answered 12/19/2016
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