What to Do When Muscles Hurt

When it comes to pain we can barely handle it. Not just any pain but specifically muscle pain. Because our bodies are made up mainly of muscle we tend to search for the quickest way to relieve the sore area. Here is how to solve the problem.

Always rest the affected area. The more you move it the more damaged the muscle will get. Another layer has to be "grown" in order for you to heal. Permanent damage will occur and affect you at a later stage. This could also lead to weakness that will need training in order to be fixed.

Remember that there are two different kinds of muscle soreness. One is damage and the other is because of the muscle building during exercise. Damage is usually indicated by a torn muscle will be noticed as a person not being able to move at all.

Stretches are one of the ways to prevent tearing and a means to heal it. Experts often say that you should always do stretches before you exercise to warm up the muscle and make it more flexible. Stretching after you damage the muscle will help circulate the area and elongate the muscle allowing space for regrowth.

Keep the correct posture whilst exercising. The natural way your body is aligned will prevent the straining of upper and lower back. This would probably be the worst pain you experience as your back is what helps you move and turn.

Apply intense heat or intense cold. Many people will tell you to jump straight into a bath of ice. If you are not brave enough to try this out you can add heat to the affected area. Muscle tightness can be relieved with either option. Don't forget that muscle tightness also causes cramps so get rid of that feeling as soon as you can.

If you need additional relief you can always opt for muscle treatment ointments. These ointments have heating reactions that will allow the circulation to go directly where you have applied it. It is advisable to always have these ointments on site in case of an emergency. The best part about these ointments is that you can find them in any cash and carry wholesaler.

Always take precautions and consult a doctor when taking on intense activities and exercises. You might not worry about damage prior to working out but you definitely feel it later on in the day and possibly later on in life.

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 By Shabir S Joosub


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