News Hub CreatorJan 2, 2022 4:20 PM
A football game requires lots of energy. It also results in many players being injured or developing body pain.
However, due to advancements in technology, there are so many reliable ways to ensure the quick recovery of footballers after a tough game. They include the following:
(1) Ice bath:
After a game or intense training, footballers submerge themselves in ice baths for 10 to 15 minutes. The temperature tends to fluctuate between 46 and 55 degrees. It prevents fatigue and eliminates toxins. The cold temperature shocks the body and stops the micro-bleeding responsible for soreness and bruising. According to the BBC, this technique had a role in a player in Lecester's 2016 Premier League title.
(2) Cupping therapy:
It is a traditional medical technique that comes from China. It's a technique that relieves pain and improves blood circulation. It may also improve your mobility if you're a bit stiff. The only negative side of the strawberry cupcakes is that they leave marks that look like strawberry cupcakes. That's how many athletes discovered this technique from the swimmer Michael Phelps at the 2016 Olympic Games. According to a study carried out on alternative medicine in 2016, this technique really does work.
(3) Cryosauna
: These machines can reach temperatures as low as -274°F.The player is immersed in a mixture of nitrogen and air for between a minute and a half and three minutes after intense physical exertion.
These machines are the fastest way to recover and relieve fatigue and soreness. In 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo bought one for $53,000.
(4) Air Compression Leg Pack:
This are electro stimulation device. These machines help recovery by increasing blood flow.
(5) tried-and-true traditional methods:
Before all these modern techniques, football only had two ways to recover: warming down, which helps ease the transition from activity to rest, and physio massages. These are still the most commonly used techniques in clubs.
(6) Lifestyle:
Sleep and a balanced diet are very important for recovering, probably the most important. The first meal after exercise is very crucial, and we're not talking about pizza in the locker room. After a match Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals are the four food types that need to be consumed after intense physical effort. Sleep allows you to recover physically and mentally.
