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A member asked:
How can you relieve pain from a sprained trapezius muscle?
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NSAIDs, ice, massage: Start with a scheduled dose NSAID such as Motrin 800mg every 8 hours or naprosyn (naproxen) 500mg twice dailiy as long as you dont have any kidney issues or history of stomach ulcers. Would also consider icing the area and then potentially a sports massage as well.
Answered 1/14/2015
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Acupuncture: Agree w dr. Joe. Acupuncture can reduce inflammation & pain and accelerate healing for a trap injury.
Answered 2/25/2016
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