Tuesday, June 11, 2013

WHAT IS MUSCLE PULL OR HOW TO RECOVER

Muscle pull is called STRAIN. Strains are a result of muscular-fiber tears due to overstretching, overtraining, Wrong form and techniques. They can happen while doing everyday tasks and are not restricted to athletes. People who play sports are more at risk of developing a strain due to increased muscle. Strains may be very painful.

CURE

1. Immediately stop activity.
2. Put an ice pack, or ice wrapped in a towel on the area of pain
3. Rest the injured area and keep it raised
4. Medicate with an over the counter anti-inflammatory
5. After 1-3 days, apply moist heat on the injured area.
6. Strengthen the injured muscle with an elastic bandage/gauze.
7. Gradually increase your physical activity.

It's called RICE formula

R - Rest
I - Ice
C - Compression
E - Elevation

This formula is best for any Injuries.

Balakrishna Muduli (BALA)
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