Understanding Pulled Muscles and Their Causes
What Is a Pulled Muscle?
Common Causes of Muscle Strains
- Sports Injuries: Activities that involve running, jumping, or sudden directional changes are frequent culprits of pulled muscles.
- Lifting Heavy Objects: Improper lifting techniques can strain muscles, particularly in the back and shoulders.
- Poor Posture: Chronic poor posture can place continuous stress on certain muscles, making them more prone to injury.
- Lack of Warm-Up: Skipping a proper warm-up before exercise can lead to tight muscles that are more likely to be injured.
Symptoms of a Pulled Muscle
Sharp, Sudden Pain: You may feel a sharp pain at the time of injury, which could worsen with movement.
- Muscle Stiffness: The affected area may feel stiff, making it difficult to move the muscle through its full range of motion.
- Swelling or Bruising: In more severe cases, the muscle may become swollen or bruised, indicating inflammation and damage to the tissues.
- Weakness in the Muscle: You may find it difficult to use the affected muscle, particularly when trying to lift or push something.
Anna, Principal Osteopath at Key OsteopathsAt Key Osteopaths, we specialise in diagnosing and treating back pain, whether it's from discs or muscles. Our personalised approach targets your specific needs for effective relief and improved mobility.
The Role of Osteopathy in Treating Muscle Strains
How Osteopaths Assess a Pulled Muscle
Manual Techniques for Muscle Healing
Reducing Muscle Tension and Inflammation with Osteopathy
Despite a busy practice, Anna rescued me when I was in agony and unable to move, let alone get out of bed. She quickly got me up on my feet… read more and gave me exercises to keep me mobile until the next visit. I cannot fault her. She’s not just a fantastic practitioner but a lovely person as well. She always puts others before herself. In fact she’s so highly respected that she doesn’t need to scrape around for work and genuinely only treats you when you need it. She is a most professional person and comes very highly recommend from me.
Anna is brilliant – she really listens and then treats any issue so well I walk out feeling completely different. She thinks about things between visits so always moves things… read more forward and has different sets of exercises to perfect after each visit, which I love. This speeds recovery and aids long term maintenance. Anna always goes the extra mile after each appointment, she’s a life saver. Needless to say she’s v popular but I’ve always managed to get to see her when I need to, she tries to giggle things to fit people in. Her lovely practise has such a calm air about it, lovely lighting feels so relaxing. Thank you Anna for fixing me!
I have seen Anna twice with a slipped disc in my lower back. On both occasions she has turned me from Yoda (hunched over a walking stick) to an… read more upright human. She gave me massage and acupuncture which greatly helped with getting myself back to normal. Ongoing exercise and the reason behind it has greatly improved my posture. I cannot recommend her enough.
Osteopathic Techniques for Muscle Recovery
Soft Tissue Manipulation for Relief
Stretching and Mobilisation to Restore Function
Promoting Blood Flow and Healing
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Benefits of Osteopathic Care for Pulled Muscles
Speeding Up Recovery Time
Reducing Pain Without Medication
Preventing Future Muscle Injuries
I cannot recommend Anna highly enough! Against all odds, when I was told I would need spinal surgery to just be able to walk without any pain, to now training… read more 5 times a week and being able to run again, I have so much to thank Anna for!
What to Expect During Osteopathic Treatment for a Pulled Muscle
Initial Assessment and Diagnosis
Hands-on Treatment for Immediate Relief
Recovery Plan and Exercises
Anna, Principal Osteopath at Key OsteopathsAt Key Osteopaths, we diagnose and treat disc-related back pain with precision. Our osteopaths conduct a thorough examination in order to identify issues like herniated discs. Our holistic approach employs non-invasive techniques to alleviate pain and enhance natural healing.
How Osteopathy Complements Other Treatments for Pulled Muscles
Combining Osteopathy with Physical Therapy
When to Seek Further Medical Attention
When Should You See an Osteopath for a Pulled Muscle?
Signs That You Need Professional Help
- Severe pain that does not improve with over-the-counter pain relief
- Bruising or discoloration around the muscle
- Muscle weakness or inability to use the muscle as normal
- Limited range of motion, making everyday activities difficult
- Recurring muscle strains that indicate a pattern of injury
Preventing Long-Term Damage
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Personalised Treatment Plans for Muscle Recovery
I felt like a new person after my treatment with Rosie! She was so knowledgeable and caring, I felt really safe in her hands. I will definitely be recommending and… read more looking forward to my next treatment – thank you!
Anna came highly recommended to me by a friend so I decided to go and see her about a muscle issue in my left arm. Anna was fantastic, she asked… read more all the right questions and gave all the right advice, after treatment I had the best arm workout I’d had in over 5 months with no pain in the morning that I usually would have suffered from. I should have gone to see her sooner ! I’m so happy and grateful for the treatment I have received. A big thank you from me and my left arm ! thanks Anna !!
Anna is brilliant – she really listens and then treats any issue so well I walk out feeling completely different. She thinks about things between visits so always moves things… read more forward and has different sets of exercises to perfect after each visit, which I love. This speeds recovery and aids long term maintenance. Anna always goes the extra mile after each appointment, she’s a life saver. Needless to say she’s v popular but I’ve always managed to get to see her when I need to, she tries to giggle things to fit people in. Her lovely practise has such a calm air about it, lovely lighting feels so relaxing. Thank you Anna for fixing me!