So many people I know have injuries from soccer or weight lifting or hockey it is almost ridiculous. It seems as if everyone who is active has some kind of injury.
They seem to tie back to three main reasons:
1. Just plain not being careful
2. Not warming up or stretching muscles first
3. Not using proper form
So what if you did not follow those steps and you have an injury?
Well, I learned a few things this past summer when I helped my boyfriend get over a tear in his shoulder muscle. As a man, he was able to take IGF-1, which is a form of human growth hormones that is taken from the velvet of a certain type of deer. Sounds crazy I know, and can be expensive. However, pro-football players have used this and it is even up for consideration as to if it should be legal or not. Some say it gives athletes an unfair advantage because it heals their muscles so much quicker. If you are a woman, however, don't take it, because it can mess up your hormonal balance.
What about directly after the injury?
Arnica has been known to reduce inflammation and help the healing process. Last spring, I hurt my hand at gym class. Another player kicked the ball with all of his might and it slammed right into my right hand. It turned deep purple from the bruise and I could not move it without intense pain. I took Arnica internally and externally and it healed-up pretty well! It definitely reduced the swelling and pain.
Ice and Aloe Vera always are helpful with pain, if it's a gash or cut, also try to apply Manuka Honey to the wound. It is known to kill bacteria and create a protective barrier.
So if you get an injury, try these things out! They work for me and my loved ones!
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