Sustaining physical injuries can be a nightmare especially if you are an active person. It means feeling defeated, sitting out in games and lost time in the gym. Recovering is a whole lot of work. The critical factor is to come out of it mentally and physically healthy.
1. Get medical attention
As men, we like to “man up” even after an injury. You should understand the difference between suffering an injury and being hurt. You know you require medical attention when the pain you sustained doesn’t go away, and instead becomes worse. Pain is the first indication that the body’s kinetics are not in order. If you are in pain, get diagnosed by a sports doctor.
2. Understand how it happened
Understanding how you got the injury is crucial in preventing further damage. You can also explain to the doctor to make diagnosis easier. Knowing how it happened will help you mentally so that it does not impact negatively on your confidence.
3. Get a supervisor
Work with a physical therapist or a doctor through the rehabilitation. After you get well, find a personal trainer or a therapist to help you correct bad movement patterns. That way, you will prevent getting injured in future.
4. Fuel your body
Enough hydration and a nutrient-rich diet are instrumental in recovery. You may ask for nutrition guidance from an expert. Also, keep off white flour, sugar, and alcohol now that it is difficult to shed off calories. Consider taking nutritional supplements. You can talk to a medic for appropriate dosage and guidance on which supplements to take.
5. Do not retreat
Continue with the prescribed rehab plan for a few more weeks after returning to normalcy. This will help you in strength building. Focus on flexibility, core and stabilization exercises after the rehabilitation period ends. You might also want to warm up the injured muscles using a foam roller.