On Fri, 27 May 2011, Richard Barnes wrote:

> You should consider ibuprofin to reduce inflammation. Inflammation 
> narrows already-narrow tendon sheaths leading to further problems. 200mg 
> every four to five hours is fine. You shouldn't do this for more than 
> two weeks.


Another one that seems to be especially good for inflammation is naproxen 
sodium.  It was recommended to me for my back by a physician.  I bought 
mine at Target.  It helped me a lot.  Maybe it was recommended because of 
the good risk profile:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naproxen#Risks_and_adverse_effects

Mike