Definition of infirmary for English Language Learners. : a place where sick people stay and are cared for in a school, prison, summer camp, etc.
Torgan says delayed onset muscle soreness also has a repeated bouts effect. If someone does an activity, they will be inoculated for a few weeks to a few months -- the next time they do the activity, there will be less muscle tissue damage, less soreness, and a faster strength recovery..
This in turn helps reduce inflammation and swelling as well as pain. 1  Wrap a handful of ice cubes in a thin towel. 2  Apply the ice pack to the torn or strained muscle. 3  Do this for about 15 minutes.  Repeat the process every two hours for the first 24 to 72 hours, depending upon your recovery rate.