Pain in muscles and joints are common and seldom need to be treated by a doctor.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
*Stiffness and pain especially with movement
CAUSES
* Strain due to overexertion
* Injury
* Inflammation
* Wear and tear
TREATMENT AT HOME FOR MUSCLE PAIN
* Massage affected part and keep it warm
* Rest
* Take painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen
TREATMENT AT HOME FOR JOINT PAIN
* Rest the sore joint
* Take painkillers as for muscle pain
STRAINS AND SPRAINS
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Rest the injured part
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Ice wrapped in a cloth - or a bag of frozen peas - can be used to reduce the swelling
Compress the injury gently with a bandage
Elevate the injured part
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WHEN TO SEE YOUR DOCTOR
* If the pain in the joint or muscle does not improve after three days
* If the joint looks deformed
* If there is swelling
* If mobility is badly affected
