What is the treatment for lactic acid in muscles?

Rest: Avoid activities that cause pain or discomfort in the affected area. Take a break from strenuous exercise or activities that require repetitive motions. Complete rest, however, is not always advisable. Too much rest can weaken muscles and bones. Talk with your doctor about appropriate rest and restricted activities.

Ice: Apply an ice pack or cold compress to the affected area for 20-30 minutes at a time. Ice helps to reduce swelling and inflammation.

Compression: Wrap an elastic bandage or ace wrap around the affected area to help reduce swelling. Compression helps restrict blood flow to the area, slowing the inflammatory response.

Elevation: Prop up the affected area on pillows or cushions. Keeping your limb above your heart may also improve blood flow and reduce inflammation.

Massage: Gently massaging the affected area after inflammation and swelling have subsided may help to reduce pain and improve blood flow.

Stretching: Gentle stretching of the affected muscles may help reduce stiffness, muscle spasms, and pain once the acute phase of the injury is over. This may improve flexibility and range of motion.

Exercises: Physical therapy modalities, such as exercises to improve muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility may be recommended by a healthcare professional to prevent a recurrence.

Medications: Depending on the severity and your healthcare provider's recommendations, over-the-counter or prescription pain relievers, anti-inflammatories, or other medications may be used to manage pain, inflammation, and fever.

Other therapies: Examples include electrical stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound, or heat therapy. These methods may help reduce pain and promote healing in some cases.