Question

After several hours of playing football, Rani's lower back feels extremely tight. His trainer says that it does not appear to be an issue with the bones of Rani's spine but more likely that the muscles have tightened from exertion. What treatment would Rani's trainer MOST likely recommend for him?
(1 point)
using over the counter painkillers
rubbing an herbal remedy on the area
chiropractic adjustment of the spine
massage therapy for the muscle pain

Answer 1

massage therapy for the muscle pain

Reason: the problem is muscular tightness from exertion, so soft-tissue treatments (massage, stretching, heat/ice, rest) are most appropriate rather than spinal adjustments or only herbal/topical remedies.