After several hours of playing football, Rani’s lower back feels extremely tight. His trainer says that it does not appear to be an issue with the bones of Rani’s spine but more likely that the muscles have tightened from exertion. What treatment would Rani’s trainer MOST likely recommend for him?

Question

After several hours of playing football, Rani’s lower back feels extremely tight. His trainer says that it does not appear to be an issue with the bones of Rani’s spine but more likely that the muscles have tightened from exertion. What treatment would Rani’s trainer MOST likely recommend for him?

a) using over the counter pain killers
b) rubbing an herbal remedy on the area
c) chiropractic adjustment of the spine
d) massage therapy for the muscle pain

Answer 1

d) Massage therapy for the muscle pain would be the most likely treatment recommended by Rani’s trainer. Massage can help alleviate tight muscles, increase blood flow to the area, and promote relaxation. Over the counter painkillers may provide temporary relief, but they do not address the underlying muscle tightness. Herbal remedies and chiropractic adjustment may also provide relief, but the best treatment for muscle tightness and pain would be massage therapy.