Instead, engage in more moderate exercise such as biking, walking and swimming.
Climbing stairs doubles the pressure.
Relieve pain and swelling
An analgesic such as acetaminophen can relieve pain without a prescription.
Nonsteroidalanti-inflammatories both over the counter and prescription can reduce pain and swelling.
If neither drug is effective on its own, your doctor can prescribe a combination.
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