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I'm wondering how should i treat my shoulder injury?
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Rest, ice, arm sling: Rest, ice, arm sling for 1 week. If not better see your doctor.
Answered 2/21/2014
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Ice, physical exam: Typically to start, rest/activity modifications, ice. If it does not improve, see a sports medicine dr to examine the shoulder to see what was injured (e.g. The rotator cuff/tendons, labrum, joint, ligaments). They may prescribe medications, physical therapy, imaging studies.
Answered 5/19/2016
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