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Severe Pain While Turning Head, Ripping Sound Near Chest And Shoulder While Exercising. Any Ideas?

While doing push-ups, I heard a ripping sound around the right side of my next and shoulder. I immediately stopped and there was a severe pain that lasted for a few seconds. A few minutes later, it started to hurt to turn my head to the right, but I can still move my right arm
Tue, 3 Dec 2013
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi,

It looks more of Sprain (Muscular).
You need to provide first aid for same: Rest the affected part, Application of ice for about 5-10 mins atleast 3-4 times a day. Take T. Ibuprofen 400mg twice daily for about 2-3 days (After food). If there is no imporovement then please consult your doctor.
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Severe Pain While Turning Head, Ripping Sound Near Chest And Shoulder While Exercising. Any Ideas?

Hi, It looks more of Sprain (Muscular). You need to provide first aid for same: Rest the affected part, Application of ice for about 5-10 mins atleast 3-4 times a day. Take T. Ibuprofen 400mg twice daily for about 2-3 days (After food). If there is no imporovement then please consult your doctor.