Massage can relieve cramps?

A muscle cramp can occur during strenuous exercise when the muscles retracted earlier in the nerve impulse, can not relax normally. The cramps may also occur when the muscles are at rest, the person is lying in bed, sitting in the car, etc.. : One or more muscles contract involuntarily and then suddenly, causing excruciating pain and immobilization point of the member concerned. In reality, the movement of calcium between cells that no longer takes place normally, the energy required to do so no longer sufficient. The cramps are usually brief and unannounced, and are more or less painful depending on the volume of muscle contraction and the place where it occurs. The parts most affected are the calves, thighs, forearms, arms and hands, in other words, the muscles for a great effort over a long period. They are exposed more to cramp when improperly trained. Apart from fatigue, muscle cramps may also occur for other reasons, including hormonal disturbances, dehydration, exciting, intense cold, stress and certain diseases. Massage and massage oil (huiles de massage) cons cramps If cramps become too recurring or becoming more widespread, consulting a doctor is advised because contractions may be in the case of signs or the manifestation of a disease. When the cramp is sporadic and confined to a localized area, a few simple actions will help the muscles to relax. The massage consists of stretching and kneading, using external interventions, or the muscles unable to relax naturally. Essential oils relaxing properties can be used for this purpose, namely oregano, thyme, geranium, St. John's Wort and Arnica. However, massaging the affected muscles can still be done even without massage oil. If the cramp is in your calf, put yourself without waiting against a wall, about 50 cm of it. Lean to the wall and put your leg behind your pain while keeping your heel glued to the ground. You should feel your muscles stretch and relax gradually. If necessary, bend your front knee to amplify the stretch. Sit on the ground and then knead your calf with your hands. Restore blood circulation by massaging your muscles from top to bottom. The massage is carried out other muscles on the same principle, that is to say, by stretching the muscle and restoring blood flow.