Right chest sprains usually cause soft tissue damage and in severe cases may result in fractures. Depending on the condition, general treatment, physical therapy, medication and chest belt immobilization can be used.
1. Soft tissue injury: Chest sprain will often cause chest muscle strain, pain, ecchymosis, limited movement and other symptoms. After the injury, we should pay attention to rest, and can immediately apply cold compresses to the affected area, which is conducive to reducing inflammation and relieving swelling and pain. Severe pain can be treated with anti-inflammatory and pain relieving drugs such as diclofenac sodium. General rest 1~2 weeks can be recovered.
2. Fracture: If the sprain is more serious, it may cause rib fracture. Rib fracture is usually treated conservatively with chest strap fixation for 4~6 weeks. Usually pay attention to strengthen the nutrition in the diet, and actively carry out rehabilitation exercise, which is conducive to the recovery of the fracture.
Right chest sprain after serious symptoms, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, improve the relevant examination, after a clear diagnosis under the guidance of a professional doctor targeted treatment, in order to avoid delaying the condition. Drugs should be applied according to the doctor’s instructions.