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A member asked:

My mom got muscle pull in her waist, she can't even sleep , sit, and walk so what will be the best home remedies to re leave her pain please help..... ?

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Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

TLC: Warmth, Ibuprofen or other nsaids, gentle stretching and try to keep her moving. Muscle relaxers may help. If she isn't improving in a day or two she should be evaluated by a doc.

Answered 10/4/2016

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