mechanism of magnesium sulfate in a bath for sore muscles

Subject: mechanism of magnesium sulfate in a bath for sore muscles

Date: Wed May 2 13:05:43 2001
Posted by holly
Grade level: teacher/prof School: Salt Lake Community College
City: Salt Lake City State/Province: UT Country: No country entered.
Area of science: Medicine
ID: 988823143.Me

Message:


Epsom Salts (magnesium sulfate) is sometimes recommended for use in a warm bath 
for sore muscles. Is there some mechanism whereby this works? Or is it just an 
old wive's tale, and the action is in the warmth of the water?

Thanks,
A biochemistry professor with inquisitive students

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