What should I do for sore arm muscles?

May 11, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I am 28 years old this year. Recently, I’ve been experiencing persistent muscle soreness—especially in my arms—possibly due to excessive fatigue. Doctor, what should I do about arm muscle soreness?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Guohua
Hello! 1. Massage therapy: Many individuals experience excessive muscle tension following overexertion, which can lead to arm muscle soreness. 2. Heat therapy: Applying heat helps dilate blood vessels and improves local blood circulation. In cases of inflammation, it also aids in absorption and alleviates muscle spasm. 3. Pharmacological treatment: When arm muscle soreness is severe, it may result from chronic local overuse injury causing muscle fatigue and subsequent sterile inflammation. 4. Reduction of physical labor: Muscle soreness often stems from improper exercise, leading to lactic acid accumulation and even micro-tears in muscle fibers. I hope this information is helpful. Wishing you good health and a joyful life!