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What physical therapy should i do for a torn chest muscle?
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Physical therapy: Ice, rest are the first measures to take in case of a pulled (torn) chest muscle. Taking an antiinflammatory medication, such as ibuprofen/naproxen may be helpful to alleviated pain/discomfort. Physical therapy should be delayed until it is tolerable. The physical therapist will decide on the techniques to be used. It could be heat/cold applications, ultrasound stimulation, tens unit etc.
Answered 5/18/2013
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See below: There are different chest muscles that can be injured as well as torn. And the severity of the tear. I would recommend you go to an orthopedic surgeon to give you further evaluation and he will refer you if necessary to a physical therapist with rehabilitative instructions. Good luck thank you.
Answered 9/6/2013
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