How To Choose Between Using Ice or Heat: Ice, Heat or Both?

Whether it be a scrape on the knee or a sprained ankle, sometimes a little ice or heat will do the trick, but not if you choose the wrong one. It may be confusing for you to know how to choose between using ice or heat? By the end of this video you will understand, when it is appropriate to use ice, heat, or both.
Video Chapters:
► 00:00 Using ice, heat, both or neither
► 00:47 When should I use ice for an injury or pain?
► 01:59 When should I use heat for an injury or pain?
► 02:54 When should I use both heat and ice for an injury?
► 03:39 When is physical therapy?
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[@OverTheRoadATS]

As someone who weight-lifts, this is really great information!

[@charliereynoso4876]

WHAT ABOUT ACHILLES TENDONITIS? SINCE ACHILLES TENDON IS RECEIVING A LITTLE BLOOD SUPPLY, SHOULD I ADMINISTER A HOT COMPRESS TO FAST RECOVERY? THANKS TO YOU.

[@EWphysicaltherapyandwellness]

Hey Charlie, Thank you for watching our video! The question about ice or heat for achilles tendonitis is really dependent on the stage and severity of injury. We would recommend seeing your doctor or a physical therapist to get the best advice. Thanks!

[@charliereynoso4876]

MY PATIENT SUFFERED FOR 2 MONTHS. WHEN I APPLIED 10 MINUTES HOT COMPRESS THEN I MASSAGE UPWARD STROKE THE EDEMA LESSENED BUT SHE CAN'T PROPERLY "RICE" AND CASTING BECAUSE SHE IS A RADIOGRAPHER IN HER JOB.