A pulled muscle is a tear in the muscle fibers. Lack of warm ups during a physical activity or a bad physical condition can also lead to pulled muscles.
The hamstring muscle is commonly pulled - particularly in sports which require quick back-ups like basketball and sprinting. The injury usually happens suddenly and causes severe pain that may worsen over the next several hours. After a few days, a bruise will form on the area. A pulled muscle can make regular physical activity very painful until it is healed.
To treat a pulled muscle, immediately place an ice pack on the injured area this will help to reduce swelling. Rest is very important unless the area is healed. Wrapping the muscle with an elastic bandage can also help.
To help prevent a pulled muscle, make sure that your body is physically fit for the work you are about to do. Warm-up by stretching before you begin any exercise.
Below are some easy home remedies to treat pulled muscles.
Arnica 30 is the remedy of choice when you are having a pulled muscle. A dose of this remedy should be given every hour or two till relief is obtained. On the other hand, if the pain and stiffness are worse after a period of rest (i.e., when beginning to move) but better after stirring around, Rhus tox 30 will be more helpful when the situation is more severe. However, we suggest you to consult an expert homoeopathic physician to get a better guidance.
In case the pain is unbearable and the swelling is too much then you should immediately consult with the doctor for help and to avoid the worsening of conditions.