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Any over-the-counter help for someone with arm pain?

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Dr. Don Buford answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Ibuprofen or Aleve (naproxen): You can start with over the counter Ibuprofen or Aleve (naproxen) for relatively minor injuries. Any symptoms that persist should be evaluated by a doctor.

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Answered 5/27/2015

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