Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Medicated creams
- Ibuprofen/acetaminophen
- Epsom salt
- Ice pack
- Sports drinks
- Bathtub
Step1
Rub medicated creams to the sore muscle area. Visit a local drugstore and ask the pharmacist for a recommendation. These feel like heat when applied.
Step2
Massage the area with your fingertips. When problems develop from working out or doing athletics this works well in giving flexibility and looseness.
Step3
Continue with mild to light stretching exercises for flexibility.
Step4
Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen to treat muscle aches. Read the label for directions.
Step5
Get Epsom salt for soaking feet and lower leg. Pour as directed into warm water and soak.
Step6
Apply an ice pack to reduce muscle pain and inflammation. Best results are achieved when used within the first 24 hours. Make an ice pack with a sealable plastic bag and ice cubes.
Step7
Treat muscle cramps and aches from workouts by drinking hydration drinks with electrolytes. Go to a supermarket to buy sports drinks and look for the word "electrolytes" on the bottle.
Step8
Soak in a hot bath. This treatment increases blood circulation to the muscles.