Category: Injury management

Pain from broken ribs is particularly severe because the ribs constantly move with breathing, a process made even more painful by involuntary intercostal muscle spasms. A healthcare provider may prescribe a muscle relaxer as part of a multimodal pain management plan to help answer the question, "What muscle relaxer is good for broken ribs?".

Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, affecting millions annually. However, 'sprain tablet' is not a specific, standardized medication but a general term for tablets used to treat sprains, which typically include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, or muscle relaxants to manage pain and swelling.