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muscular pain

Muscular aches and pains have a number of causes that fall under the umbrella soft tissue rheumatism or soft tissue injury. These conditions tend to affect the limbs and are caused either by exercise, strain or stress.

Athletes tend to suffer more severe versions of the conditions experienced by the general population, although, just 5% of 'tennis elbow' cases are caused by taking part in the sport. Similarly, repetitive strain injury (RSI) is common, often caused by a poorly designed work environment.

Whilst chronic conditions should be referred to a specialist, everyday aches and sprains (including joint pain, which is actually caused by muscular injury in most cases) can be relieved with regular massage using the blends below. In each case massage into the affected area, which should reduce both pain and any spasm or swelling.

Method 1 - General muscular pain

Blend:

• Lavender (3 drops)
• Rosemary (2 drops)
• Cypress (3 drops)

Mix in 30ml of grapeseed oil before application.

Method 2 - Over-exercised muscular pain

Blend:

• Eucalyptus (3 drops)
• Peppermint (3 drops)
• Ginger (3 drops)

Mix in 20ml of vegetable oil before application.