Muscle pain is such a common phenomenon. It is one of the most common causes of difficulty in activity of daily living. Mostly the middle age group suffers more. Females suffer more than males.
Top 10 home remedies :
How to get rid of muscle pain?
Good sleep : Good sleep is ultimate necessity for muscle pain. It helps in relaxation and stress reduction. A comfortable matress is necessary for that. Sleep adequately according to age. It helps in muscle relaxation preventing wear and tear.
Regular exercise: Regular exercise helps in strength building of the muscles and further necessary for good health of muscles. If any muscle is causing regular spasm, do streching to decrease the excess spasm.
Stress management: Stress causes muscle soreness. Sometimes the cause of stress like prolonged sitting in a single position causes muscle spasm. Sometimes the spasm of muscles cause intractable pain and and discomfort. Try to avoid prolonged time in same position.
Sufficient water intake: For muscle physiology water is much necessary. It keeps the cells hydrated and prevents spasm. Muscles need several salts to have good movement. If you are having muscle pain frequently take oral rehydration salts. They will keep metabolic demand of the muscles stable. It will prevent cramps.
Proper posture: Always maintain good posture. Sit straight. Use thin pillows to support neck. Keep neck straight while sitting and standing.
Good footwear: Good footwear helps in proper health of foot muscles. MCR soles are very good for healthy foot. Avoid rigid shoes. Keep the curvature of foot natural. Avoid heel strike suddenly.
Do meditation: Meditation is much necessary for good body mind equilibrium. Mindfulness helps in concentration and focus. It helps in stress reduction and positive attitude.
Reduce excess workout: Excess workout does muscle sprain. It causes streching of muscle causing soreness and inflammation. Repeated wear and tear causes tenderness and pain.
Ice therapy: Muscle pain is due to excessive inflammation and it’s mediators. They cause sprain and tenderness. Regular ice use helps in reduction of blood flow to the painful muscle. It decreases inflammation by decreasing the cytokines. 15-20 minutes use of ice is good for reducing the pain.
Medication: Several muscle relaxation drugs and analgesics help in reducing pain and tightness of limbs. Visit neurologist for prevention and treatment of muscle sprains.
Muscle pain is preventable. So try to prevent it by these easy means. Please read and share.
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