12/11/2025
Stop! Don't Reach for That Anti-Inflammatory Yet π«π
Inflammation is actually part of your body's natural healing process.
Here's what many people don't know: taking anti-inflammatories in the first 48 hours after an injury can actually slow down your recovery.
β±οΈ The First 48 Hours Matter
Your body sends inflammatory cells to the injured area to:
Clear damaged tissue
Start the repair process
Protect the injury
By blocking inflammation too early, you're interfering with nature's healing timeline.
π‘ What to do instead:
Rest and protect the injured area
Apply ice (if appropriate)
Gentle compression
Elevation
After 48 hours? Come see us for proper assessment and treatment advice.
π Mariska Odendaal Physiotherapy Inc - Evidence-based care