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Which one is better taking a cold bath or hot bath to make sore muscles better?
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3 minutes : 1 minute: A three minute hot bath or shower followed by 30-60 seconds of cold, repeated several times can increase circulation and decrease inflammation.
Answered 2/16/2015
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A warm bath : Will provide some relief. Also take an anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen. A massage may also help. Be sure to drink plenty of liquids.
Answered 2/16/2015
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