A strained arm muscle can be treated with braking, cold compresses, and oral medication.
When lifting heavy objects muscle strain should pay attention to rest, strained arm through the triangle towel suspension brake, can prevent further aggravation of the injury. 72 hours of strained parts of the use of ice or cold water towels for cold compresses to reduce bleeding to reduce swelling. 72 hours after the choice of hot water bag for hot compresses to accelerate blood circulation, promote the dissipation of bruises.
If the pain is obvious, you can take anti-inflammatory drugs, such as nimesulide, celecoxib and other anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve pain, generally 2-3 weeks after the damage to the muscle to get a certain degree of repair, you can be guided by the doctor through the function of the exercise to promote the recovery, such as active flexion and extension of the wrist joints, make a fist and other movements.
If the arm muscle strain caused by lifting heavy objects, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner to improve the examination, under the guidance of the doctor standardized treatment.