The ball starts rolling again this evening, and 24 nations will compete for the title of European football champion for a month. Football fans among you have surely been eagerly awaiting the tournament in France for weeks. And many of you will not be satisfied with public viewing or watching at home on the television, but will lace up your football boots to kick the ball yourselves.
You are never too old for football - from the under-7s to the veterans (men or women), the game captivates everyone. Lots of running, teamwork and strong emotions make football a sport that has a lot to offer and keeps the body fit. As with any physically demanding sport, football can of course also lead to all kinds of bruises and injuries in the heat of the moment.
The same applies to amateur athletes and professional footballers alike: it is always worth being prepared. There is a range of products for the initial treatment of minor sports injuries, as well as for the aftercare and treatment of injured or irritated muscles, ligaments and joints.
Cooling & warming - relief for battered limbs and muscles
Whether playing with friends in the park or in a football club, injuries can always happen. From bruises and sprains to a serious headache after winning a heading duel, the rule is: cooling the affected area can reduce swelling and relieve pain.
Cooling sprays - fast and effective
Cooling or ice sprays can be sprayed directly onto the injured area of the body and immediately cool the surface of the skin significantly. This reduces nerve conductivity, meaning that pain or cramps can be reliably suppressed. Incidentally, painful insect bites can also be treated with cooling spray.
When using ice sprays, it is important to ensure that the spray is applied from a safe distance of 30 cm. It must never be sprayed on mucous membranes or open wounds.
Cooling compresses - long-lasting effect
When things need to happen quickly, instant cold packs are a good choice. These practical cooling packs contain an inner pouch filled with a calcium ammonium nitrate and water mixture. Applying firm pressure to the compress bursts the inner pouch, after which the escaping liquid produces an immediate cooling effect that lasts for up to twenty minutes. Instant cold packs are ideal for cooling bruises or sprains as quickly as possible.
Hot and cold packs, on the other hand, can be brought to the desired temperature in the refrigerator or freezer and maintain it consistently for around 20 minutes. They are particularly suitable for cooling injuries over a longer period. An application should not last longer than twenty minutes, and breaks of around 30 minutes should be taken between applications. This is intended to prevent frostbite of the skin.
Of course, hot and cold packs can also be warmed in hot water, for example to loosen tense muscles.
It is also recommended to pull nonwoven covers over the hot and cold packs to create a soft protective layer between the skin and the compress. Suitable nonwoven covers are available for all compress sizes.
Practical cooling sets for footballers and other athletes
Anyone who wants to have all the aids for cooling minor injuries and refreshing themselves after the game together while playing football can use practical athlete cooling and massage sets. Depending on the set, they contain cooling spray, hot and cold packs or refreshing massage oils.
For an optimal healing process - supports & splints
Football is a physically demanding sport. Since injuries such as ligament strains and tears or even bone fractures can occur from time to time, an enormous range of supports, splints and orthoses has been developed. With the help of modern support shoes and supports for the arms, feet, knees and shoulder joints as well as neck and back supports, those affected can enjoy the greatest possible mobility even during the healing process.
Enjoy the games and stay healthy!
Of course, we hope that you do not suffer any injuries in the first place. After all, fun and fairness should be the priorities when good friends or sporting rivals meet to play football. Nevertheless, it is good to know that quick and effective measures can be taken in an emergency when the right aids are within reach.
With this in mind, the entire team at Medicalcorner24® wishes you many wonderful days, sunny weather and that you always score one more goal than the others.
