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I played volleyball for three hours last thurs. i woke up with severe soreness in the morning. i am still in pain. would acetaminophen work?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Try Nsaid: If you are having muscle soreness than try Ibuprofen or another NSAID . Tylenol (acetaminophen) is not a NSAID and has no antiinflammatory properties.If no improvement see your pcp

Dr Kent agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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