Do muscle relaxants help any with recover?
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Thread: Muscle Relaxants
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04-14-2007, 01:15 AM #1
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04-14-2007, 01:43 AM #2
not sure mate, i am interested as well. I have been using salbutamol and the leaflet says its a pain killer for women in labour pains, as far as i know these pains are caused by muscle cramps - someone correct me if im wrong im no surgeon - and i honest feel relaxed around a hour after the workout. Could it help with recovery? Not sure, i was always under the impression proteins was needed for the repairs of microscopic damage from working out. If anyone has info it would be interesting.
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04-14-2007, 01:55 AM #3
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04-14-2007, 02:30 AM #4
Huh?
Are you sure it's salbutamol? That's used for bronchspasms in conditions like asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, etc. (real basic explanations)
At least that's what we use it for.
As far as muscle relaxers assisting in recovery......they provide obviously relief for strains, spasms, etc. but actually being an active part in the debris removal from an injury, hard workout, etc.?......maybe due to the less guarding of that area from the relief of the pain caused by spasms etc. you are more prone to move it more, better range of motion, etc. providing better blood flow to assist in the nutients getting in and debris heading out for muscle repair.
I agree w/sandiegoguy on not a good idea to start using them especially if there is no solid reason for one such as a strain, spasms, etc.
Might be an MD in this forum that can provide a more definitive answer......Last edited by mauiwaaui; 04-14-2007 at 02:37 AM.
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04-14-2007, 04:14 AM #5
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ABSOLUTELY NOT....in no uncertain terms!
muscle relaxants are to break up SPASMS....they are NOTHING about recovery, whatsoever.....in fact, may even hinder the proper response of the body to overcompensate for the stress you put yourself under.....
soreness from working out is inflammation related...not spasm....spasms are uncontrolled firing of the muscle cells.....permanently flexed, if you will, which naturally, will cause pain, since muscle are not meant to be tensed all the time.......
if anything, mild anti-inflammatory may help you recupe, but there is a lot of research that says it might also hinder the body's response, muscle building wise.......
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04-14-2007, 05:42 AM #6
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04-14-2007, 05:54 AM #7
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04-14-2007, 05:55 AM #8
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04-14-2007, 06:39 AM #9
FROM A BODYBUILDING.COM ARTICLE BY CLAYTON SOUTH.
A study by researchers in North Carolina has shown that although most commonly prescribed by doctors as "treatment", muscle relaxants did not accelerate recovery of injury and were not associated with functional improvement of the problem area.
This study demonstrates that muscle relaxants are little more than targeted pain killers and should not be a substitute for physical rehabilitation and exercise.
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Also muscle relaxants and HGH were found in Anna Nicole Smith's body.
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04-14-2007, 07:22 AM #10
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04-14-2007, 08:04 AM #11
I agree with John. Also, from experience, muscle relaxers like ***** are an enemy to any training program. If you take them regularly, no matter what, all of it does not eliminate from the system for good while. This means that you will not train to near your optimal level, thus virtually canceling out meaningful progression. **** is ok, but only for a brief period.
I say get rid of them. They will make you into a zombie. Waste of a good life.Helping one person may not change the world, but it could change the world for one person.
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04-14-2007, 08:30 AM #12
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04-14-2007, 08:53 AM #13
This is true - OTC pain killers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen tend to suppress the synthesis of prostaglandins which induce inflammation. But these same prostaglandins also seem to have a positive effect on protein metabolism and muscle growth.
Although it's not something you want to get into the habit of taking, occasional use shouldn't cause a problem.
But define occasional use!
Bottom line - depends on your level of pain, nature of injury, and complete treatment plan. Short term use may be a proper choice for you. Long term use, it's not the way to go no matter how you look at it.Knocked down seven times, stand up eight.
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04-16-2007, 04:19 AM #14
yes, salbutamol, its what it says on the insert i will take a pic of it if ya want
From what everyones said here i would not go with relaxants, salbutamol is fine its it also says the doses for labour pains are much, much greater than what you can get out of a inhaler - i only use the salb preworkout, the relaxed feeling i reckon is endorphins.
good thread. informative
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04-17-2007, 07:28 AM #15
DUH, no!
Whats wrong with the musclepain anyway, it's not like it really hurts enough to justify a pain reliever. If it is then you have injured yourself and you need to see a doctor not just cover it up with some pain reliever you got from who knows where. All it does is mask the pain, it in no way repairs.
Sorry, but if you have to use the Salbutamol to get you up for working out, something is wrong. JMHO.We have the power to accomplish anything, it's called our mind.
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04-17-2007, 07:32 AM #16
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04-18-2007, 03:52 AM #17
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04-18-2007, 03:55 AM #18
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04-18-2007, 05:33 AM #19
O.K. I'm clueless, so enlighten me.
I have seen through the years enough people addicted to pain and muscle relaxants, why would you encourage people to take them for working out. How can they help a BBer?
Why would you take the other for endorphines, it sounded like you needed it to work out. Just working out raises my endorphines, I don't need help from a drug. Do you? Or is it some other effect you are after?We have the power to accomplish anything, it's called our mind.
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04-18-2007, 07:53 AM #20
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04-18-2007, 08:01 AM #21
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04-19-2007, 02:51 AM #22
Whos encouraging taking relaxants and pain killers? Whos said i took anything for endorphins? What the hell are you on about?
Please read the thread if your so interested, read properly though, dont skip lines. Thanks for your tips on what salbutamol is and what its for ... id have never have guessed otherwise ..
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04-19-2007, 05:49 AM #23
My OP was a general remark, not directed at you, except the part about Salbutamol pre w/o.
You did say "Salbutamol is fine". I just feel it is not fine unless you have an Rx for it for an existing medical condition etc.
You also said "I only use the Salb preworkout" why, do you have an Rx. for its use for a medical condition?
IMO no drug use is justified unless you are given it by a physician for a specific reason.We have the power to accomplish anything, it's called our mind.
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04-19-2007, 06:19 AM #24
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04-19-2007, 01:12 PM #25
You gotta read this
http://www.pinnaclefitness-online.co...ch_current.htm
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04-20-2007, 01:44 AM #26
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03-04-2015, 09:23 PM #27
I have been taking ***** since I started lifting. I was interested in this thread because I am trying to get bigger for a competition. I started less than a year ago and shot up really quick (my muscles grow fast apparently) and apparently it's even impressive. My strength is ridiculous for the amount of time I have been training...I take ***** because I get panic attacks and I take a low dose of it.
what I'm getting from this article is that, if I don't take them, I'm going to get way bigger and progress faster. Which would blow peoples minds and doesn't sound right knowing the progress I have made. Honestly, if you're not over doing the muscle relaxants, you are okay. Especially if you need it like me. I wish I could stop taking them and maybe I will start trying to. Especially during a workout. But it is such a low dose, I'm not even worried about it now that I have read this article. My muscles get incredibly sore and i am way more focused than without it. I get sore after every workout and I am still constantly swollen. To each their own. What works for someone's body, might not work for another.
Just like the dieting aspect of bodybuilding.
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03-04-2015, 09:28 PM #28
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