What is the best way to treat sore muscles?

Question

I got a sore arm from vollyball.

Answer 1

Muscle soreness from athletic injuries occur b/c of a build up of lactic acid build up in the muscles which = pain and soreness.



Heat- (but not too hot, obviously) will increase the circulation and will help flush out the lactic acid.



Drinking water- also helps flush lactic acid.



Products such as Icy Hot, BenGay, etc - These work because the "sensory" neuropathway take precedence over the "pain" neuropathway, therefore reducing the painful sensation. That's why it's instinct to rub your toe/knee/elbow after you bump it...you are trying to "mask" the pain....which takes us to...



Massaging-which increases circulation AND blocks pain sensations.



If the pain persists, or becomes worse, make an appointment w/ a doctor.



Hope you feel better soon!

Answer 2

A hot shower or a sauna is good, keep it as warm as possible, try rubbing in some tiger balm. Keep moving your arm a bit so it doesn't stiffen up.

Answer 3

A hot shower pointed at it would feel good, so would a warm bath. Or a hot compress. Or a heating pad. You could massage it too.

Answer 4

treating sore muscles, if there is swelling, the first 24 hrs ice to help with reduction of swelling. ofter 24 hrs heat is best.

Answer 5

Bengay or any kind of muscle rub cream

Answer 6

you can apply to yourself a muscle gel/cream that you can get from pharmacies



you can ask someone to massage you (mum, dad, sibling, or loved one)



but above all, you need lots of rest!

Answer 7

heat pad or ice packs - massage - soaking in hot tub



any of these will help...



Be Blessed <><

Answer 8

gently rub them... warm compress helps too...