What should I do for chest soft tissue injury?
Disease description:
I fell while running and hit my chest, which caused severe pain. I went to the hospital immediately and was diagnosed with a chest soft tissue injury. What should I do?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Sun Qifeng
Patients with chest soft tissue injuries should promptly go to a正规 hospital for relevant examinations, such as chest X-ray and chest CT scans. Within the first 24 hours, local cold compresses can be applied to reduce exudation and swelling; after 24 hours, heat therapy may be used to accelerate swelling reduction and help relieve pain. Additionally, physical therapies such as infrared radiation and ultrashort wave treatment can be beneficial. In cases of severe pain, analgesic medications such as nimesulide or diclofenac sodium should be used under a doctor's guidance.
