the answer will always be the same: ice for the first 3 days then ice and heat (switching) for about a week. if the pain doesn't go down see a doctor. it might feel nice to keep your arm in one position but make sure that you keep up mobility so that you don't lose any. i am not a doctor nor do i play one on tv but i'm getting pretty good at studying medicine
pain in shoulder radiating down arm. should i use ice or heat? . worked out with a trainer tuesday and that night woke up with pain in shoulder radiating down arm especially around elbow. have had ekg so no heart issue. been taking alieve but need to know if i should use cold packs or heat.