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Injuries that a person suffers while participating in any sports activity can be termed as sports injuries. It may occur due to the overuse of any part of body while participating in any sport activity for example, a runner may suffer knee problem due to the participating in running similarly a tennis player may suffer from tennis elbow, it is an injury suffered due to the stress at the elbow.
There can be many kinds of injuries which a sports man can suffer. One of the most common of them is muscle pull. Muscle pull results in the small tear when the muscle is stretched too far. Muscle pull occurs due to lack of flexibility, muscle fatigue or muscle weakness.
A person suffering from muscle pulls generally experience pain in muscle area, swelling or inflammation. A sportsman can also suffer from lower back pain which is again a very common injury. It can result into severe pain which restricts the movement .There are many natural ways to treat these injuries.
Various Ways To Cure Sports Injuries Naturally
Apple Cinder Vinegar
In case of bruises or swelling which is one of the most common injury can be treated very effectively with the help of apple cinder vinegar .dip a towel in the apple cinder vinegar and place it on the effected area for few hours, it is better if we use plastic wrap on top of it to cover.
It will reduce the swelling and the pain and bring great relief the person suffering from it. In the case of person having sensitive skin can dilute apple cinder vinegar to use on the effected area.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is very beneficial and reduces pain swelling or bruising. Hydro therapy can be used in various forms such as warm bath, hot and cold compress, hot shower etc.
If a person uses the technique of hot water therapy it helps to reduce pain and swelling, hot water increases blood circulation and also significantly reduces swelling. Similarly a person can also go for hot and cold compress. Hydrotherapy reduces the stress on joints or injuries.
Massage
Massage can also play vital role in treating sports injuries and pain .Mustard oil has therapeutic properties in it. It is very effective in treating pain incurred in sports activity as it increases blood circulation. We can massage the effected with lukewarm mustard oil however we should be careful to avoid if there is any cut as it will increase the burning sensation.
If a person is suffering from soreness of muscle, rosemary essential oil is very effective. We can apply rosemary oil and massage it lightly for some time on the effected area and it will bring astonishing result by reducing soreness in the muscle.
Turmeric
Turmeric is very important in treating inflammation. Turmeric has anti inflammatory properties in it and can greatly help in case of sports injuries without having any side effects on liver or kidney.
We can use turmeric in many ways such as we can mix turmeric powder with fresh vegetable juice, if the juice is not available we can also mix it with water and consume. It provides fast recovery due to anti inflammatory and helps in regeneration of muscle tissue.
Food Supplements
Food is very important in case of sports injuries .Right intake of food is not help in recovering from sports injuries’ but also prevents them. Food rich in carbohydrate is important as it is the major source of energy.
Food rich in protein helps to heal and build muscles, fish nuts and dairy products are rich in protein .Minerals are important, specially iron and calcium .Water and other fluids helps to keep well hydrated , even mild dehydration may result in fatigue in a sportsman.
Homeopathy
In case of sports injuries a person can also adopt alternative course of medication. Homeopathy is one of the most effective courses without any side effects; it has great healing properties in it.
It promotes good health and fast recovery from the injuries. Some medicines such as ruta graveolens, arnica and symphytum are excellent in curing injuries andtreating bruises sprain and pain incurred during any sports activity.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera has inflammatory and healing properties in it.It helps to reduce pain, swelling and soreness. It can be used in various forms to bring relief to the person suffering.
Aloe Vera juice can be used directly on the effected area or we can use towel dip in the aloe Vera juice. Take some ice in the dipped towel and apply it on the effected area , the person will feel relief .
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.