Sports massage

Muscle injuries are common among those who practice sports and in some situations are the result of falls or poor positioning of some of the extremities. In this case, sports massages are the best option to prevent and treat these problems. But this is not only a matter of athletes, as they can affect anyone and can also be caused by diseases or other causes. Nor can we forget about injuries to tendons or joints, caused by poorly performed exercises, bruises and injuries.

We have all experienced muscular pain at some point, but this does not mean that we should ignore it and underestimate its consequences. In fact, in case the pain is constant, more muscle areas may be involved and even affect ligaments, tendons or joints . As a consequence, these pains can hinder our daily activities.

Benefits of Sports Massage on feet and legs

Treating this type of injury in time is essential and it is advisable to do so by using creams or gels with components that promote muscle distension. In addition, if you want to avoid an abusive use of drugs, HERBI FEET has heat-based solutions such as Farma Parchi Heat Patches, also available for the annoying menstrual pain.

These patches are widely used nowadays as they are really effective for muscle, joint and back pain. In addition, they are very easy to use and help to protect the body in case of thermoregulation difficulties. The discretion with which they are worn has led more and more people to opt for these products.

Feet and legs are two of the parts of the body that suffer the most since they are related to each other. Poor foot health can lead to leg problems, so prevention is the main recommendation. Each of these parts can be treated separately with massages that eliminate tensions and heaviness and prepare the muscles to achieve better results. And doing so with specific products for this purpose is even more beneficial to achieve better results. In our case, it is important to count on Artroben and Fisioben.

Massages are a very important part of the treatment and have multiple benefits: they allow pain control, prevent possible injuries, reduce stress, release toxins, tone our body, improve the circulatory system, give greater elasticity to the skin and reduce muscle contractures.

Pain due to sports activity

The pain caused by playing sports are the most common nowadays and the ones that provoke more visits to professionals. When we feel pain while practicing sports or after doing it, it is the time to go to a specialist to treat or prevent injuries.

Normally, we go to a physiotherapist or massage therapist to recover from some kind of pain derived from sports activities we do. Overloads, impingement or contractures are just some of the most common injuries suffered by athletes and for which they go for treatment to get better.

Massages applied after practicing sports help recovery, an effect supported by several medical studies, and without side effects! So do not hesitate, bet on the combination of Massage and Pain products.

For example, at HERBI FEET we have 2 unique and very effective product brands:

• Artroben: Specific products for joint pain and relief of discomfort in feet and legs. We have different product presentations such as massage gel or balm.
• Fisioben: This is a brand aimed at athletes who need specific products that allow them to recover quickly in the face of training.

Types of sports massage products

Within the field of massages there are a great variety of products that can help the person who receives it to feel a noticeable physical improvement. For example, within our catalog we offer you the Artroben Massage Emulgel indicated to facilitate the massage before and after a physical exercise helping to generate a relaxing and defatiguing action. You can also find the solid oil with rosemary, which facilitates the massage with a small amount applied on the skin.

In HERBI FEET we provide you with various products suitable for this practice, from balms and solid oils to specific solutions for sports practices such as the sports cream Fisiobenindicated for joint and muscle massages. Do not let the pain stop you, browse our website and discover the product you need to prevent discomfort and avoid problems in your body and sports practice.

Sports massage creams: how and when to use them?

Most athletes, especially amateurs, tend to go to a physiotherapist or worry about unloading their muscles only when they have discomfort. However, sports massage creams are very useful on various occasions.

There are different types of sports massage creams: cold effect, heat effect, for before practicing sports, for after … so we must know what are the specifications of use of each one when we should use them to benefit our body.

The application of sports massage creams should be part of the training routine of all athletes, whether they suffer from injuries or not. Just as warming up before, stretching after and resting are essential for any athlete, so should the application of massage creams.

Massage with sports creams activates the circulation of fluids, accelerating the elimination of waste, toxins and other waste materials, increasing muscle oxygenation and realigning muscle fibers. In addition, it has an analgesic effect on the muscle groups where it is applied.

When to use sports massage creams

These massages with sports creams can be performed before or after competitions or training sessions. However, each of them will have a different purpose. For this, let’s see when to use sports massage creams according to your needs.

1. After training or competitionBefore going to bed or when it has been a while since the end of the training, always after showering. In this case you should use creams that are suitable for after sports, such as:
   1. Fisioben sports cream, which includes active ingredients such as arnica, calendula or menthol, among others, which have anti-inflammatory, soothing and relaxing properties. It is perfect for an effective joint and muscle massage.
   2. Emulgel Artroben articular massage, which enhances the defatiguing and relaxing action. The only cream containing 17 active ingredients such as organic silicon 5G, harpagofito, glycolic arnica montana, essential oil of wintergreen, escin or helichrysum, with anti-inflammatory, analgesic and preventing the appearance of hematomas.
   3. Fisioben cold, cream for the relief of muscle and joint pain with cold effect . It improves the discomfort generated in joint wear processes. It is effective in inflammations, contractures and sprains. It contains peppermint essential oil, menthol, hyaluronic acid, chondroitin and other active ingredients.
2. Before training or competitionIn this case, we must ensure that the sports massage creams we are going to use are useful to prepare and warm up the muscles for the effort we are going to make. They are especially useful when it is very cold, when the intensity is going to be very high from the beginning or when there are small muscular discomforts.
   1. Fisioben Hot, is a heat effect cream, which will help you prevent the risk of injury by warming the muscles quickly and effectively before physical activity. The application of this cream reduces internal inflammation, relieves pain and strengthens the muscle fiber. With its application, a warm-up and stretching beforehand, you will prepare the desired area before facing a competition, and reduce the risk of suffering any damage.

Sports massage creams during injuries

In the case of small muscle, joint or tendon injuries, sports massage creams can provide a small pain relief and help in the recovery process. In these cases it is always advisable to consult a specialist, but afterwards, we can complement the treatment with this type of creams.

Sports massage creams can be useful in different types of injuries:

1. TendinitisTendinitis: they occur due to a serious inflammation of a tendon, which can be caused by overexertion or a bad technique when performing supports or efforts. In this case, creams containing natural ingredients such as calendula or arnica, which have anti-inflammatory, soothing and healing properties, are recommended. This is the case of FIsioben sports cream, which we have already mentioned.
2. Muscular overloadsWhen a muscle is overloaded , it causes discomfort and can suffer a rupture, if it is not treated properly. For this type of injuries, heat effect creams such as Fisioben Hot are very useful. This cream helps to strengthen the muscle fiber, reducing the risk of suffering a muscle rupture. In addition, it reduces inflation and relieves pain, helping you to perform physical efforts despite this small injury.
3. Muscle ruptures: this type of injury causes the athlete to remain stationary until the rupture heals. In the first 48 hours after a fiber rupture, cold should be applied to reduce inflammation. Subsequently, and during the first few days of training after the injury, it is advisable to apply heat cream to the affected area to help alleviate the slight inflammation that may remain.
4. Sprains or strains: in this case, after being diagnosed and treated by a professional, it is advisable to apply the cream gently to benefit from its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. We recommend FIsioben sports cream and Artroben articular Emulgel massage, as both contain active ingredients with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties for joints and tendons.

Now you know the main uses and applications of sports massage creams and all the benefits they can have for amateur and professional athletes.

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