How To Deal With A Stitch
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How To Deal With A Stitch
Banish the pain of sudden cramps quickly by following VideoJug's advice on how to deal with a stitch. Use our expert advice to deal with this common side effect of physical exertion.
Step 1: Remain calm
Sit down and try and get to remain to calm.
Step 2: Get breathing under control
If you try to focus on controlling your breathing, it will help you to relax and possible ease the muscle pain.
Step 3: Try the counting method
Begin by breathing in and out slowly. One way of helping you to do this is to breathe in and out on your count. Counting silently, breathe in for 2 and then out for 2, gradually increase the count to 4 and then 6 if possible until you're breathing has slowed down and the pain eased.
If the pain does not subside within a few minutes seek medical advice.