2007-03-03 11:53:23 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
For most injuries they say to RICE it. Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Heat is used later to relax the muscle after you get the swelling to go away.
2007-03-03 12:02:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Usually for an injury it is best to alternate. Cold will decrease swelling and heat will sooth and relax strained or pulled muscles and also will increase the blood flow that allows healing. Hope this helps you.
2007-03-03 19:59:57 · answer #2 · answered by JD, MAPSY 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The primary problem with injuries is swelling therefore you would need a cold pack to decrease blood flow to the area which will reduce swelling.
2007-03-03 19:56:37 · answer #3 · answered by melissa 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If its a recent injury (within 24 hours) cold is best, After that heat is best.
2007-03-03 20:02:44 · answer #4 · answered by sarge 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
actually both is the best, cold for 15 minutes then hot for 30 minutes. works great.
2007-03-03 19:55:59 · answer #5 · answered by thatonefoolinthe_831 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
well when i had a injury.. related to sports i did both heals it FASTER. and i noe thats what you want =]
best ofluck. my wishes to ya.!
2007-03-03 20:00:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋