2006-08-08 12:55:48 · 6 answers · asked by itsjustme 7 in Health ➔ Women's Health
It caues a reduction in swelling, this decreases pain significantly by reducing inflammation that will further tear the muscle. Once the swelling is no longer an issue, in a few days or weeks, you can apply heat to increase blood flow and finish the healing process.
2006-08-08 13:00:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gloria(BSYA)
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I am an alternative medicinal therapist and an ex nurse and i always advise a cold pack for this problem. It helps to calm down the inflammation that causes the pain and stops the muscular spasms that also cause pain. I also tell my patients to use aromatherapy oils in a massage or in their bath works a treat.
2006-08-11 08:16:54 · answer #2 · answered by gloriashealth@btinternet.com 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
numbs the pain receptors and reduces the swelling
and as the swelling is reduced the pressure on the nerves is reduced thus relieving the pain as well
2006-08-11 17:08:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It actually reduces the swelling of the muscle.
2006-08-08 13:02:23 · answer #4 · answered by tabbi_jo_koed 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The cold temperature numbs the pain.
2006-08-08 12:59:52 · answer #5 · answered by Burnsie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cold numbs try heat rub too from chemist
2006-08-11 05:35:21 · answer #6 · answered by munchie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋