How to massage sore leg muscles after running
Nov 25, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Patients can relieve symptoms under the guidance of a doctor through massage. Typically, soak a clean towel in warm water and place it on the lower leg for moist heat application lasting 10–15 minutes. Afterwards, massage acupoints such as Ashi point, Taibai (SP3), Zusanli (ST36), Yinlingquan (SP9), and Xuehai (SP10). Continue massaging until the skin around these acupoints feels slightly warm and turns mildly red. A massage duration of approximately 30 to 45 minutes is generally appropriate.
Generally speaking, when experiencing leg muscle soreness after running, it is advisable to massage acupoints such as Ashi point and Taibai point for about 30–45 minutes. Specific analysis is as follows:
Muscle soreness in the legs after running is usually caused by intense exercise or inadequate preparation before physical activity, leading to a buildup of lactic acid in the legs. Under medical guidance, patients can relieve the discomfort through massage. Typically, apply a warm towel soaked in hot water to the lower leg for moist heat application for 10–15 minutes. Then massage acupoints including Ashi point, Taibai point, Zusanli, Yinlingquan, and Xuehai point. Continue massaging until the skin around these acupoints feels slightly warm and turns slightly red. A massage duration of approximately 30–45 minutes is generally appropriate.
If muscle soreness is particularly severe, patients are advised to take medications such as celecoxib capsules or ibuprofen tablets under medical supervision to alleviate discomfort.
