Suggest Treatment For Muscle Strain Over The Back And Rib

Posted on Wed, 9 Apr 2014

Question: I was jumping on a small trampoline for exercise. After 8 minutes, my upper back - rib cage- was aching so much I could not continue. I wanted to to 10 minutes, so 2 days later, I tried to do the last 2 minutes. I managed but with a lot of pain. The next day I tried again but was in agony after 1 minute. 24 hours later, I am in more pain. I have taken disprin and the pain has eased while lying still. However, any moving, or trying to sit up is excruciating. Can you tell me what I have done, and why I should feel this way. I have used this type of exercise a lot before, but not for a few months. I have had pleurisy a few years ago. It is the same pain, but I have no cough or noticeable temperature. I am 69 years. I need to work tomorrow.

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (35 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Muscular or ligamentous strain Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. From description , it seems you might developed muscular or ligamentous strain over back and rib area. Following measures will help with the pain • Lie on a hard bed. • Anti -inflammatory drugs like Tablet Motrin 1 tablet as and when required • Avoid forward bending. • Avoid strenuous activity & lifting heavy weights. • Apply diclofenac gel on the affected area. Warm compresses will also help. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar