Rest the affected muscles
Do light movement or gentle walking
Apply ice for the first 24 to 48 hours
Use heat after the first 48 hours
Stretch gently
Massage...
Stretch gently every day
Walk regularly
Do light mobility exercises
Change positions often
Warm up before activity
Use heat on stiff areas
Take warm showers or baths
Stay hydrated
Get enough sleep
Maintain...
Rest the affected muscles
Sleep enough each night
Drink plenty of water
Eat protein-rich foods
Eat foods with potassium and magnesium
Use gentle stretching
Do light movement or walking
Apply ice...
Rest the affected muscles
Apply ice for the first 24 to 48 hours
Use heat after the first 48 hours
Do gentle stretching
Do light movement or low-intensity...
Do light movement or active recovery
Stretch gently
Use foam rolling or self-massage
Apply ice for recent inflammation
Use heat for stiffness and tightness
Stay hydrated
Eat enough protein and...
Stretch the affected muscle gently
Massage the cramped muscle
Apply heat to relax the muscle
Apply ice if the area is sore afterward
Drink water
Replenish electrolytes
Rest the muscle
Change...
Stop and gently stretch the calf muscle
Pull your toes toward your shin
Stand and put weight on the affected leg
Massage the cramped muscle
Apply heat to...
Apply heat for 15–20 minutes
Gently stretch the affected muscle
Massage the knot with steady pressure
Use a foam roller or massage ball
Move the muscle through light...
Rest the affected muscles
Apply ice for the first 24 to 48 hours
Use heat after the first 48 hours
Do gentle stretching
Try light movement or low-impact...
Identify the tight muscle groups and the activities that aggravate them
Reduce repetitive strain and poor posture that keep the muscles guarded
Use gentle heat to...
Rest the affected muscles
Use gentle movement or light stretching
Apply ice for the first 24 to 48 hours
Use heat after the first 48 hours
Stay hydrated
Get...
Apply heat to the area for 15–20 minutes
Use gentle stretching of the affected muscle
Massage the knot with steady, moderate pressure
Try self-myofascial release with a...