Not infrequently we hear about muscle pain. But what are they exactly? Why do they manifest themselves? What are the symptoms? How can we cure them?
Muscle pain, in myalgia medicine, are painful manifestations due to various factors.
We can first distinguish between localized muscle pain and diffuse muscle pain.
Localized muscle pains can be, for example, involuntary spasm of certain muscles, trauma, injury; Other times the pains can be attributed to a prolonged incorrect posture and are localized especially on the neck, shoulders or back. Sedentary life, wrong posture in front of the PC, but also neck pain due to an incorrect position in supporting tablets and mobile phones.
Pains of this type therefore occur in a specific area of the body with severe pain, redness, stiffness and swelling, and tend to run out in a variable period of time of a few days. These same causes are also associated with joint pain.
Widespread muscle pain, on the other hand, can have a viral or pathological origin. In fact, we can feel generalized muscle disorders and fatigue in case of flu for example, or in case of vitamin deficiency for which we can help using food supplements. But also in the case of diseases such as arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, to name a few.
Natural remedies to reduce inflammation
Nature helps us in many ways to counteract pain and inflammation. Some drugs use herbal and plant extracts to combat pain and inflammation. Among these we remember the arnica, let’s see it in detail.
Also known as arnica montana is a powerful natural anti-inflammatory. Particularly suitable in case of trauma, sports trauma, sprains and sprains as it stimulates the resorption of hematomas. This medicinal plant is used for its anti-inflammatory properties even in case of bruises and arthritis.
In the case of injuries, the application of ice on the inflamed areas in the hours immediately following the event, allows us to soothe muscle pain, reduce inflammation and contain the formation of hematoma.
Rest and the practice of light physical activity can help reduce muscle fatigue by bringing a state of general well-being to our body.
Prevention is always the best way. A healthy and active lifestyle can help us restore and strengthen muscle tone, reducing some of these painful manifestations.
It is always good to consult a professional to trace the origin of muscle pain. The diagnosis made following specific investigations will allow us to adopt the most effective treatment for our problem. There are many products on the market for the treatment of inflammatory states. Their action blocks the production of molecules responsible for pain. For example, there are some with antioxidant action or natural anti-inflammatory effect. The anti-inflammatory action counteracts swelling and pain, intervening for faster healing. Some natural extracts, such as the enzyme extracted from the stem of pineapple, are also a natural anti-edematous. The latter is often used as a painkiller, brings great benefits and is used in the case of osteoarthritis and inflammatory diseases, even chronic, joint problems such as arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and rheumatism, intervening in the resolution of the inflammatory process.
Nature comes to us in many ways with its beneficial properties, so why not use creams based on plant extracts?
Nature comes to meet us
In addition to the classic painkillers and anti-inflammatories, there are also products based on natural ingredients, such as arnica. These are delicate creams or gels that can also be used for children, presenting no particular contraindications or side effects. An exception is individual sensitivity, presumed or ascertained, to one or more ingredients present in the formulation. Like any topical product, if prolonged over time, it can cause sensitization.
Joycelyn Elders is the author and creator of EmpowerEssence, a health and wellness blog. Elders is a respected public health advocate and pediatrician dedicated to promoting general health and well-being.
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