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How long for healing after i pulled a muscle below breast bone on right side. i feel it when i breathe & move in certain direction. was reaching over the side of swimming pool for a float and felt a cramp sensation. been icing what else can i do?
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This can take a few weeks to heal since you are constantly moving the muscles of the chest wall when you breathe, move your arms, etc. In addition to icing the area, you can take ibuprofen for the discomfort as well as the inflammation. You can also get some pain relief with a topical, like BenGay or something similar. Your pharmacist can recommend a topical. Good luck!
Answered 7/7/2023
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