Ice Therapy- Relieve pain and Immflamuation
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Ice Therapy Relieve
Pain & Inflammation
Ice therapy is an easy, inexpensive, and surprisingly effective approach to pain relief. Applying ice can help ease pain by reducing inflammation and is a useful tool for everyday pain management.
Ice is typically most effective when used shortly after pain begins. Many people find it beneficial to apply ice after activity or exercise in order to calm swelling and reduce muscle spasms caused by overexertion. It can be helpful to keep a reusable cold ice cup on hand for regular pain flare-ups or muscle strains.
Ice massage is also an effective way to reduce pain and inflammation.– gently working out muscle tension using an ice cup. To make a homemade ice massage applicator, fill a Styrofoam cup mostly full of water, freeze it, then peel off the lip of the cup to access the ice’s surface. An ice cup is another way to make an effective ice cup that can be reused. It comes with a lid to keep ice clean and ready for use with multiple applications.
How To Use
Apply to the painful area by slowly massaging in a gentle, circular motion for about 5 minutes at a time. Ice may be applied directly to the skin because it will not be in contact with one area for very long.
Ice application has almost no risks.
Massage the area gently, using a continuous circular motion around the affected area. Work your way to the center of the injury, keeping the pressure light.
Offset the cold (if that's a problem) by wrapping yourself in a warm towel or blanket, sit in the warm sun or sip a hot cup of tea as you ice.
When in pain, don’t forget about ice – it can be an effective tool for pain management, can be applied on a regular basis as needed, and can help you stay active and in better control of your pain.
USE CAUTION
If you are suffering from a medical condition or taking medication, please consult your doctor before icing.
