For those of us who love jogging from time to time we should be very careful whenever we do such because the injury that comes with it might keep one out for a long time especially ankle injury. While I was out this morning someone twisted his ankle and that was the end for him, he couldn't stand on his own and luckily for him some of the guys around helped him and that alone got me paused for a minute, started having this crazy imagination, what if it was me? What's the best way to avoid such injury? I don't think there's any thing to be done to stop it from happening, the pain is something else.
100[Edit]k,Sexylizzy2813,70,10990,2025-07-12
I had series of muscle pulls in the night during sleep following my yesterday's activities which started with jogging over about 3 kilometres. However, this morning I decided to suspend my weekend Sunday jogging since I'm still having slight pulls behind little above the knees. Had some squats even though it's still painful but I had to engage in it to see if I relax the pain I feel.
Sometimes staying away from your regular exercise leads to weakness and leads to pain in any attempt to go back to it.
100[Edit]k,Tonimez,219,27520,2025-07-13Something I have learnt about muscle pull is that whenever you go on any of these exercises that affects the muscles is best to massage the particular place that you feel pain or if possible you rub every part that you have muscles, rob it flex it a little so that it won't be stiff and when we over stress the muscles it leads to this very muscle pull.
Should in case it holds you at night just relax and hit on that particular place to make it soft after some time you start massaging it gently, before you know it you'll feel no pain. If is the first time for some persons they'll scream the roof down and start panicking but if you do what I said above you'd be ok.
100k,Sexylizzy2813,71,11240,2025-07-13I took my time to check through texts on how to handle this problem of Muscle pulls which has consistently given me slight pains intermittently since yesterday. Below is some possible steps as listed
HereTo effectively manage a muscle pull (muscle strain), it's crucial to prioritize rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) initially. This approach helps reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling. Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or NSAIDs can also be helpful, unless advised otherwise by a doctor. Gentle stretching and physical therapy can aid in regaining strength and flexibility during recovery.
Detailed Management Steps:
1. Rest:
Avoid activities that cause pain or strain the injured muscle. Rest is crucial in the initial phase of healing to prevent further damage.
2. Ice:
Apply ice packs (wrapped in a cloth) for 15-20 minutes every couple of hours during the first 48 hours. Ice helps reduce inflammation and pain.
3. Compression:
Use a compression bandage to help minimize swelling. Wrap it firmly but not too tightly, ensuring it doesn't restrict blood flow.
4. Elevation:
Elevate the injured area above the level of your heart to reduce swelling, especially at night.
5. Pain Relief:
Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol) or NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) can help manage pain and inflammation.
6. Gentle Stretching:
After the initial acute phase (usually a few days), introduce gentle stretching to improve flexibility and range of motion.
7. Strengthening Exercises:
Gradually introduce strengthening exercises to rebuild muscle strength and stability. A physical therapist can guide you through these exercises.
8. When to Seek Medical Advice:
If the pain is severe, if you experience numbness or tingling, or if you can't walk or lift your arm, seek medical attention immediately. Also, consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen despite home treatment.
I'm definitely going to rest all day today as I've already started.