TapSnap 357 Posted July 27, 2013 I am 6 months out and up till lat night haven't taken any kind of pills. I pulled a muscle last week (or bruised muscle, ribs) in my side. It has been a week now and still is really sore and hard to turn when in bed or standing/turning quickly. Last night I took Tylenol Extra Strength and it didn't feel like it helped at all. I am wondering what I can take? or should I go see a doctor and let them know what I cant have? I don't want to take the wrong thing and cause damage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SueJH 205 Posted July 27, 2013 Have you iced the area? Usually at the onset of an injury you would ice it for 20 mins, maybe 3 times a day. Since you are a week out, you could try the ice first and on another day some heat and see which one feels better. Also, gentle stretching can help (i.e., side bends until you feel the tightness and hold for about 5-10 seconds and repeat a few times). This is provided that you are certain it is just a pull. When/how did it happen? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TapSnap 357 Posted July 27, 2013 Have you iced the area? Usually at the onset of an injury you would ice it for 20 mins, maybe 3 times a day. Since you are a week out, you could try the ice first and on another day some heat and see which one feels better. Also, gentle stretching can help (i.e., side bends until you feel the tightness and hold for about 5-10 seconds and repeat a few times). This is provided that you are certain it is just a pull. When/how did it happen? I am 6 months out not a week. I ran the savage race last weekend and must have pulled or bruised it on an obstacle. I been streching the area but not relly helping. I also tried them heating pads you can buy in the store (one time thing). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butterthebean 8,146 Posted July 27, 2013 At 6 months out you ought to be able to take most over the counter pain meds. I know some docs say don't take NSAIDs, but other docs have no problem with it and I've heard of many sleevers who have taken it occasionally with no ill effects. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarsar 824 Posted July 27, 2013 I think she meant you are a week out from your injury, not your surgery. I would go to the doctor if you are in a lot of pain, just to make sure everything is ok and it's just a pulled muscle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SueJH 205 Posted July 27, 2013 I think she meant you are a week out from your injury, not your surgery. I would go to the doctor if you are in a lot of pain, just to make sure everything is ok and it's just a pulled muscle. Yes, that is what I meant. I would say try the ice a couple times a day and stretch afterwards. Do it for several days though. One time is not going to help much. I had pulled my soleus muscle in my calf before and it took a good couple of weeks before it really felt better. I would ice 2-3 times a day and stretch as tolerated. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TapSnap 357 Posted July 27, 2013 I ended up going to the doctors and they just did an x-ray. Waiting for the doctor now. But ill try icing it some more today and tomorrow along with whatever they give me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TapSnap 357 Posted July 27, 2013 So I have a cracked rib. had x-rays done. home resting now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HatheryOnHerWay 603 Posted July 27, 2013 Holy moly, you must have hit that obstacle hard!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SueJH 205 Posted July 27, 2013 Wow! Well I guess that explains a lot! Be careful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TapSnap 357 Posted July 27, 2013 the funny thing is I wasn't sore till after I got home and relaxed. they gave me tylenol 3. kinds works lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
