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Musculoskeletal pain is aches and pains in your bones, joints, muscles and the tissues that surround them. This pain can occur in any part of the body. It can be short-lived or last a long time (chronic).
Follow these instructions at home:
Take over-the-counter and prescription medicines only as told by your health care provider.
You may continue all activities unless the activities cause more pain. When the pain gets better, slowly resume your normal activities. Gradually increase the intensity and duration of your activities or exercise.
When your pain is severe, bed rest may be helpful. Lie or sit in any position that is comfortable, but get out of bed and walk around at least every couple of hours.
If directed, put ice on the
Musculoskeletal pain is aches and pains in your bones, joints, muscles and the tissues that surround them. This pain can occur in any part of the body. It can be short-lived or last a long time (chronic).
Follow these instructions at home:
Take over-the-counter and prescription medicines only as told by your health care provider.
You may continue all activities unless the activities cause more pain. When the pain gets better, slowly resume your normal activities. Gradually increase the intensity and duration of your activities or exercise.
When your pain is severe, bed rest may be helpful. Lie or sit in any position that is comfortable, but get out of bed and walk around at least every couple of hours.
If directed, put ice on the