I developed a muscle pull or nerve problem while working out. How to get cured?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I think I developed a muscle pull or nerve problem in the shoulder and neck area when I was doing leg raise in the gym on a bench. How to get cured?

Answered by Dr. Althuri Mohan Krishna

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mohan Krishna is a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist with expertise in fracture management, joint replacement, arthroscopic surgeries, and musculoskeletal trauma care. He specializes in treating complex bone and joint conditions using advanced surgical techniques and personalized rehabilitation plans. Dr. Mohan Krishna is dedicated to restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based orthopedic care.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

From the complaints you had described, it sounds like a muscle pull. It is better to get examined by a doctor first to know the right diagnosis.

You might get relief from simple analgesic and muscle relaxant.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 7, 2013
Reviewed At April 17, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mohan Krishna is a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist with expertise in fracture management, joint replacement, arthroscopic surgeries, and musculoskeletal trauma care. He specializes in treating complex bone and joint conditions using advanced surgical techniques and personalized rehabilitation plans. Dr. Mohan Krishna is dedicated to restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based orthopedic care.

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Dr. Althuri Mohan Krishna
Dr. Althuri Mohan Krishna

Orthopedician and Traumatology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mohan Krishna is a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist with expertise in fracture management, joint replacement, arthroscopic surgeries, and musculoskeletal trauma care. He specializes in treating complex bone and joint conditions using advanced surgical techniques and personalized rehabilitation plans. Dr. Mohan Krishna is dedicated to restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based orthopedic care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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