A 29-year-old member asked:

i heard putting epsom salts in a bathtub can calm sore muscles. how much do i use?

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Dr. Pierre Moeser answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

2 c: Read the directions on the box. I have seen as much as 2 cups of epsom salt per bathtub.

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Dr. Olav Jaren answered

Neurology 19 years experience

Epsom salts: 2 cups of epsom salts added to a warm bath should work.

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What are the best things to do for healing a torn calf muscle from running? I have orthotics n ben soaking in epsom salt as well.

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What are ways to mix epsom salts in to lotion for muscle and joint pain without it being watery?

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A 71-year-old male asked:

Apart from r.I.C.E. What must I do for quick rehab of injured ( no tear) calf muscle? Would massage help? What about epsom salt bath 2 / day? Thanks

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Are epsom salt baths good for muscle spasms and lower back pain?

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I believe I hurt a quad muscle because it hurts really bad. Will Epsom salts help? What can I do to get quick relief, because I am part of a track team and I need to be injury free ASAP. Thanks.

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