Title: Arm Stretching Exercises When Sore After Blood Is Drawn | Livestrong.com
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Arm Stretching Exercises When Sore After Blood Is Drawn
Exercising After Blood Draw
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Content: Take the other hand and push the elbow gently as the hand of the stretched arm moves further down the spine for a deeper stretch. Hold for 15 seconds and release, taking care not to overstretch. Read more: What to Eat After You Lose Blood
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While stretches might help with stiffness after a blood draw, other home remedies are also beneficial if you have pain in an arm after blood draw or other negative side effects. If you feel lightheaded, Mayo Clinic recommends lying down with your feet elevated. Over the counter medications might help if your arm hurts after blood draw. If your skin is bruised, apply an ice pack within the first 24 to 48 hours, as recommended by the Cleveland Clinic. Apply the ice for up to 15 minutes at a time. Advertisement
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Mayo Clinic: " Blood Donation"
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