How do I help the pain? Allergic to Aspirin & NSAIDs

cleoleigh

I have restarted my work outs! Yeah! BUT... as if the pains associated with being this over weight (heel, knee, hip, back) aren't enough....when I work out I get SOOO sore.... the kicker is that I am allergic to Aspirin & NSAIDs No anti-inflammatory for me.

The only thing I can safely take is Tylenol. Does anyone have any recommendations on what I can do to help with the aches and pains?

It can be really challenging to push through the pain and since I am a person who suffers from pains everyday, it is kind of a downer.

Thanks for the help!

DietingMommy08

I dnt like taking medication.

SO make sure you stretch really well before and after.

& nice hott epsom salt baths.

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chubbychristianchick

I use a cream/gel called bio-freeze... Some drug stores and drs care this product. It's a lot stonger then lets say icy hot. It really helps a lot.

MB_Positif

tylenol and lots of water before you go to bed on the day of a workout, heating pad or ice as needed. tiger balm.

Jones4177

I do both the Bio-Freeze and have done the Epsom Salt. Both help a lot

DizzieLittleLifter

Tiger Balm is awesome!

redefiningmyself

What causes your pain? Arthritis?, old injuries? fibromyalga? etc. I guess that's the place to start. Without knowing the root cause its hard to say what the best solution would be.

But for general workout soreness and stiffness; what works for me is to walk slowly for about 10-15 minutes after a workout followed by some stretches. If its a tougher than normal workout, I also try to continue to be active and move around for a couple of hours. I find its always worse if I sit on my butt and watch tv, or work at the computer instead of moving around after a workout. Also a bath with salts helps too.

Another thing to consider is; are you exercising safely? I often see people at the gym who use equipment incorrectly. Plus I often read articles about how important form is even for walking or running because without proper form, it increases injury and ergonomic associated issues.

biddysaurus

I've found the pool helps with soreness if you have access to an indoor one. When I was running a lot, I'd squeeze in 30 min a week in the pool swimming (ok, TRYING to swim...I'm NOT a swimmer) and it was soooo soothing! I always hated the mad dash from the locker room to the pool tho...I felt soooo exposed! LOL But it was worth it once I got to the water. I need to get back into that!

rhenneberry

Be sure to stretch after workouts and work on increasing your flexibility. Lengthing your muscles will give you better range of motion overall. Also cross-training, don't work out the same muscle group day after day. Allow time for recovery inbetween workouts. If you go to a gym that has personal trainers you may be able to get a free consultation where they can give you some advice as well. Working out should not be painful you should work out enough to feel the burn but not to have to reach for pain relievers. Good Luck.

cleoleigh

it is the joint/bone ache...ouchy...that bothers me more than muscle soreness Like I said, I have pains every day from being overweight in general. I guess I just have to tough it out LOL when the weight goes down, I imagine the pains will too.

bluebird321

it is the joint/bone ache...ouchy...that bothers me more than muscle soreness Like I said, I have pains every day from being overweight in general. I guess I just have to tough it out LOL when the weight goes down, I imagine the pains will too.

I've had the same issues for years and it never got any better. In my late 30s I switched to other workouts that were relatively low impact such as walking, swimming and yoga.

FabCheeky

What causes your pain? Arthritis?, old injuries? fibromyalga? etc. I guess that's the place to start. Without knowing the root cause its hard to say what the best solution would be.

But for general workout soreness and stiffness; what works for me is to walk slowly for about 10-15 minutes after a workout followed by some stretches. If its a tougher than normal workout, I also try to continue to be active and move around for a couple of hours. I find its always worse if I sit on my butt and watch tv, or work at the computer instead of moving around after a workout. Also a bath with salts helps too.

Another thing to consider is; are you exercising safely? I often see people at the gym who use equipment incorrectly. Plus I often read articles about how important form is even for walking or running because without proper form, it increases injury and ergonomic associated issues.

This.^^
I will add that eliminating foods that caused problems for me (MSG, wheat/gluten, dairy, soy, etc) eliminated the joint pain that I lived with my entire life (among other things). Yes, I miss a few things, but I don't miss hurting all of the time and being unable to get my weight to a healthy place...or my blood sugar...or my period...etc. The root cause of all of my issues was food allergies and food intolerances. 384 days ago, I changed my whole life and my only regret is not finding out sooner.

mlb929

Have you tried Arnica Montana as a natural supplement for reduction of inflammation. I've never taken anything for being sore from a workout, guess I have a higher pain threshold. A cool shower immediately after a workout or a hot bath that next day may helped too. I'm pretty anit - NSAIDS, IMO, they cause more harm than good.

NiciS72

A few ideas for you:

hot bath/whirlpool
heatpad-if it hurts awhile afterward do ice after for sure
icepacks (no more than 20 min)
Salonpas (not sure if you'd be allergic) this are AWESOME
Bengay or other cream

Like some others said, stretching should help. I also find that taking fish oil and vitamins help my joints. If it's really bad you might try cosequin too.

Good luck!

cleoleigh

I have now talked to a few people who have said the same thing. Muscle/Tendon/Ligament...that is all stretching and proper form. But this actual joint/bone, dense aching pains is just something that I will likely have forever. Though getting in the best shape I can will help... it will not go away.

I am also considering now all the abuse to my body/joints over the year with very strenuous farm work and such.. OH well LOL

hikingmonk

A few things to try (in addition to the excellent suggestions here such as epsom salt baths, icepacks, etc)

1- Adopt an anti-inflammatory diet. Here's one link.
http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02012/anti-inflammatory-diet

2 - Take anti-inflammatory supplements.
http://www.amazon.com/New-Chapter-Zyflamend-120-Softgels/dp/B0009F3RW4
http://www.womentowomen.com/inflammation/naturalantiinflammatories.aspx

Certainly as you lose weight you may find some relief also. Best of luck!