i was out snowboarding for several hours today (and falling a few times) and im really sore all over my body, especially my arm. i have to go into work to marrow were i will probably be shoveling snow from the parking lot.
how can i make my muscles feel stronger by tomarrow? i dont go in to work till 2 pm.
2007-02-26 11:37:08 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
i use ibuprofen and some icy hot. sometimes it relieves my pain, and other times it masks it a little... if it's nothing severe, it might work. otherwise you should see a doctor or an acupuncturist .
2007-02-26 11:41:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The principles work - but things take time.
Much pain is from muscles below is an example of what may help (based on headaches).
Begin with a couple swigs of molasses or a couple of bananas daily - magnesium (which regulates many things in the body) and potassium (a needed building block for muscles).
Drink at least 1/2 gallons of water per day. Running a body low on water is like running a car low on oil is the analogy the head of neurology at UCDavis told my husband about 10 years ago.
Now to the cause - muscles - your back, neck shoulders and head have tender spots. They are knots in the fibers of the muscles called trigger points. It makes the muscles tight which makes them press on nerves and other things causing the pain.
The cure - start with a professional massage, you will also want to go back over any place you can get to 6-12 times per session up to 6 times per day rubbing (or lightly scratching on your head) every where that is tender until the knots go away. The place where the skull connects to the spine press up under the edge of the skull (to get to those muscles).
For more information read The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies. It teaches what to do and where the pain comes from.
2007-02-28 12:37:28 · answer #2 · answered by Keko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Researchers of the study believe that vitamin E may work best for "weekend warrior" types: individuals who only work out occasionally and generally experience more muscle soreness after a workout than do already conditioned individuals.
Check out the source below. It talks all about how Vitamin E can help athletes.
2007-02-26 11:40:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
soothe sore muscles
2016-02-01 01:59:13 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hot baths, heating pads and stretching. this will take care of most muscle soreness, unless there is an injury. if you suspect an injury such as bruises or more serious, use ice to soothe the pain. the ice will decrease the pain but leave you feeling stiffer. rotating 20 on 20 off of ice rest and heat is great to recover from most sport related injuries.
2007-02-26 11:42:45 · answer #5 · answered by peachtool 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After working out my arms, I was hardly able to bend my arms without experiencing pain. I took a hot bath and slowly moved my arms back and forth. And after sitting in there for about 30 mins. I was able to move my sore muscles again. Hope that helps.
2007-02-26 11:44:58 · answer #6 · answered by andy c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take a hot bath, have a massage, apply those athlete's sore muscle soothing cream, DO STRETCHES where the muscles are sore, and sleep well :D
2007-02-26 11:41:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe a vibrator. This helped me when I have had some leg mucsle problems. I also used witch hazel. This also helped alot. Just apply witch hazel to the muscle with a cotton ball. You may have to rub the witch hazel into the skin lightly .Please call your doctor for better advice!!!!!!!!!!
2007-02-26 11:46:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ice, and anti inflamtory, but first a hot bath with epson salts.
2007-02-26 11:41:18 · answer #9 · answered by fluffyflo_1999 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use pressure, or you can use a heat pad. I recommend a heat pad. They soother your muscles.Take a warm shower, relax, and sleep.
2007-02-26 11:40:43 · answer #10 · answered by Bella 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋