<P> Static stretching or warming up the muscles before or after exercise does not prevent soreness . Overstretching can by itself cause soreness . </P> <P> The use of correctly fitted, medical - grade, graduated compression garments such as socks and calf sleeves during the workout can reduce muscle oscillation and thus some of the micro-tears that contribute to DOMS . Proper nutrition to manage electrolytes and glycogen before and after exertion has also been proposed as a way to ease soreness . Consuming more vitamin C may not prevent soreness, but oral curcumin (2.5 gram, twice daily) likely reduces it . </P> <P> The soreness usually disappears within about 72 hours after appearing . If treatment is desired, any measure that increases blood flow to the muscle, such as low - intensity activity, massage, nerve mobilization, hot baths, or a sauna visit may help somewhat . </P> <P> Immersion in cool or icy water, an occasionally recommended remedy, was found to be ineffective in alleviating DOMS in one 2011 study, but effective in another . There is also insufficient evidence to determine whether whole - body cryotherapy--compared with passive rest or no whole - body cryotherapy--reduces DOMS, or improves subjective recovery, after exercise . </P>

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