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How To Treat The Swollen Shoulder That Has Restrictions To Move?

Hi my Shoulder was injured during a wrestling match. I was told i sprained my AC joint and it is swollen, I had little range of motion i could lift it just at shoulder level no higher. But i am able to move it now and it is still swollen. My question is what do I do? I cant go see a doctor. I am wrestling friday.
Thu, 30 Mar 2017
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hello, as you had the injury during a wrestling match, I guess rather than putting yourself into the chance of getting the current situation even worst, I would suggest you not to opt for any match soon until you see a doctor.your shoulder joint is still swollen and it hurts then definitely it's not in a healthy condition.Even though you are able to move it up to an extent, it still needs time to recover completely.Which is going to happen when you take rest and do not put excessive pressure on it by any unnecessary movements and take care of it.
For pain and swelling, I am sure you have been advised medicines, in case you have not yet then I would suggest you take tab diclofenac twice a day after meals for at least 3-4 days if the pain is very severe.And most important I would advise you to visit a doctor in person so that it can be seen by a professional and further advice can be given to actively participate in wrestling matches after a gap of how many days or weeks as per your situation.Also for fast improvement exercise advice from a physiotherapist can help.If any further issues you come across then do feel comfortable to contact here.stay safe and healthy.
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How To Treat The Swollen Shoulder That Has Restrictions To Move?

hello, as you had the injury during a wrestling match, I guess rather than putting yourself into the chance of getting the current situation even worst, I would suggest you not to opt for any match soon until you see a doctor.your shoulder joint is still swollen and it hurts then definitely it s not in a healthy condition.Even though you are able to move it up to an extent, it still needs time to recover completely.Which is going to happen when you take rest and do not put excessive pressure on it by any unnecessary movements and take care of it. For pain and swelling, I am sure you have been advised medicines, in case you have not yet then I would suggest you take tab diclofenac twice a day after meals for at least 3-4 days if the pain is very severe.And most important I would advise you to visit a doctor in person so that it can be seen by a professional and further advice can be given to actively participate in wrestling matches after a gap of how many days or weeks as per your situation.Also for fast improvement exercise advice from a physiotherapist can help.If any further issues you come across then do feel comfortable to contact here.stay safe and healthy.