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Menisceal TearsWhat you need to know:This is a very common injury among young men - and, these days, young women too - who play football. And you don’t have to be in the David Beckhams’ class to get it.Like most sports injuries, it’s much more likely to happen if you haven’t warmed up by doing gentle stretching exercises before you go out for your 90 minutes of glory and if you’re not fit to start with. If you haven’t played football for years or haven’t done any other exercise regularly it’s probably best not to volunteer to be 11th man - or woman - for the pub charity match. Ice packs - available from most chemists - or, if you can’t find them, a packet of frozen peas will help relief any immediate pain. The homeopathic remedy Arnica (as pills and cream) can reduce any bruising and taking the supplement Glucosamine may help repair the damaged cartilage. These natural inflammatories may also relieve the pain, but they won’t solve the problem. The most useful Herbs:
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Other useful advice:If you do need surgery, treatment from a sports physiotherapist or an osteopath with an interest in sports injuries could help your recovery. |
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