My shoulder is paining due to I am fallen from bike by the scanning report they said happened and no fracture but still my shoulder is paining what are the precautions can I fallow?

Ms. Kamalika BhattacharyaPhysiotherapist19yrs exp

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Injuries are the most common cause of shoulder pain. A sudden (acute) injury may occur from a fall on an outstretched arm. Treatment for a shoulder injury may include first aid measures, physical therapy, medicine, and, in some cases, surgery. Home treatment may help relieve pain, swelling, and stiffness. If your injury does not require an evaluation by a doctor, you may be able to use home treatment to help relieve pain, swelling, and stiffness. It may take up to 6 weeks or longer before your symptoms are gone. Rest and protect an injured or sore area. Stop, change, or take a break from any activity that may be causing your pain or soreness. Ice will reduce pain and swelling. Apply ice or cold packs immediately to prevent or minimize swelling. Apply the ice or cold pack for 10 to 20 minutes, 3 or more times a day. For the first 48 hours after an injury, avoid things that might increase swelling, such as hot showers, hot tubs, hot packs, or alcoholic beverages. After 48 to 72 hours, if swelling is gone, apply heat and begin gentle exercise with the aid of moist heat to help restore and maintain flexibility. Some experts recommend alternating between heat and cold treatments. Wear a sling for the first 48 hours after the injury, if it makes you more comfortable and supports your shoulder. If you feel you need to use a sling for more than 48 hours, discuss your symptoms with your doctor. Elevate the injured or sore area on pillows while applying ice and anytime you are sitting or lying down. Try to keep the area at or above the level of your heart to help minimize swelling. Gently massage or rub the area to relieve pain and encourage blood flow. Do not massage the injured area if it causes pain. Try bending forward at the waist and let your affected arm hang straight down. Move your hips and legs and let that motion gently swing your arm back and forth Do not smoke or use other tobacco products. Smoking slows healing because it decreases blood supply and delays tissue repair. For more information. Go to a Doctor if any of the following occur during home treatment: Signs of infection or inflammation develop. Numbness; tingling; or cool, pale skin develops. Shoulder range of motion or strength in the joint decreases or does not return to normal. Symptoms do not improve despite home treatment. Symptoms become more severe or frequent. 

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Dr. Solasa Rama KrishnaHomeopath21yrs exp

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Hi, -do not bear weights with your injured hand -do not lie on that side during sleeping. - do not out stretch that arm. Note- take arnica 200 homeo pills, 6 pills at a time two times a day for three days only. 

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