10 Causes of Solar Plexus Pain
Cause #7: Pulled Muscle
A strain or pulled muscle refers to a soft tissue injury that occurs to a tendon, muscle, or both. It can cause muscle weakness, pain, localized inflammation, bruising, and loss of function. Depending on the severity of the injury, the pain can range from mild to severe. The risk of a pulled muscle is higher for those who are active in sports.
Treatment for a pulled muscle usually involves rest, ice, compression, and elevation. The use of pain medication such as paracetamol (acetaminophen) and NSAIDs may be beneficial as well. It can also be a painful cause of solar plexus pain.
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