how long does a strained shoulder take to heal
A mild rhomboid strain may heal within a few weeks, but a severe injury may take 6 weeks or longer. To help relieve swelling and pain: 1  Put an ice pack, gel pack, or package of frozen vegetables wrapped in a cloth on the injured area every 3 to 4 hours for up to 20 minutes at a time. rhomboid strain is a stretch or tear of these muscles. A rhomboid spasm is a sudden tightening of the muscle that you cannot control. A rhomboid muscle strain or spasm is usually caused by overuse of your shoulder and arm.