Medicine-Free Pain Relief Options

If you are a serious athlete, it certainly isn’t uncommon to suffer from occasional muscle pain. Occasionally, this pain interferes with your exercise routine and might even mean you have to cancel participation in an upcoming event. Rather than give up exercise, you might instead look for some medicine-free ways to lessen pain and increase mobility.

One interesting product that not only helps alleviate pain but also can improve your mobility and even speed up healing times is a physio hybrid shape. These were designed to target specific areas of the body using our own underlying structural anatomy. The shape not only protects the sore area, its design has “arms” that reach out and grab support and strength from nearby muscles. This not only allows the sore area to heal faster, it also allows you to move freely with far less pain.

These attach directly to the skin using a hypoallergenic, medical-grade adhesive that will stay firmly in place. There are shapes for the shoulders as well as localized knee shapes, generalized knee shapes, outer and inner elbow shapes and shapes designed for both the lower and upper back. It is recommended that you apply the shape about two hours prior to exercise in order to enjoy the full effect of the product. Once you apply it, rub the shape vigorously to activate the shape and set the adhesive bond firmly.

Cold water and ice are two natural pain relief remedies, as well. If you just got back from an activity and think you probably over did it, take a cold shower, which can prevent muscles from becoming stiff and sore. If you are sore but still want to work out, consider switching up your exercise routine and go for an early morning swim. Not only is the cold water helpful, the movement will help ease the sore muscles. Conversely, before you work out, make sure that your muscles are warmed up, as this can prevent an injury or muscle strain from occurring in the first place.

Eating foods rich in potassium, such as bananas, spinach, apricots and salmon, can prevent muscle cramping which so often leads to strains or soreness. Homeopathic remedies are another option, and this might include soaking a cloth in infused rosemary water and treating the sore area. Some people recommend oils or concentrated liquids with plants such as berberis or arnica, which have been shown to lessen pain and alleviate swelling.

Kamryn Mattson enjoys writing about health topics. For more info about help with upper back support, or to find a back pain relief product please check out the RapidForce site today.

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