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A sprained ankle will require both ice and heat at different points in the recovery. Initially, treatment will focus on rest, ice, compression, and elevation. After about 48 to 72 hours -- or once the swelling has satisfactorily decreased -- heat can then be used to increase blood flow to the injury and aid your recovery.
29 Νοε 2019 · Ice. Using an ice pack may reduce blood flow to the injury and help ease pain and swelling. The American Academy of Family Physicians suggest applying an ice pack to the sprain for 10–20...
11 Αυγ 2022 · Ice. Use an ice pack or ice slush bath immediately for 15 to 20 minutes and repeat every two to three hours while you're awake. If you have vascular disease, diabetes or decreased sensation, talk with your doctor before applying ice.
Put ice in a wet tea towel or use a frozen bag of vegetables and ice the area for 15 to 20 minutes every three to four hours. Heat should be applied after a couple of days when the swelling has gone down and the pain is at a minimum. Heat opens up the vessels to promote blood flow and stimulates healing of the damaged tissues.
6 Ιουν 2024 · Are you supposed to put it on ice or apply heat? Emily Harold, MD , sports medicine physician at University of Utah Health, has the answer, as well as the step-by-step treatment you should use to heal your sprained ankle.
3 Απρ 2024 · Ice the area for 15 to 20 minutes, 4 to 8 times a day, for the first 48 hours or until swelling goes down. Don't use ice for more than 20 minutes at a time. Use a dishcloth or thin towel between the ice and your skin. Putting ice right on the skin or icing for too long can damage tissue.
12 Μαρ 2023 · If you have an acute injury, ice can help reduce pain and swelling. With chronic conditions, using ice after an activity can help control inflammation. To safely ice an injury, always use a cloth barrier between your skin and the ice. Never ice an injury for more than 15 to 20 minutes.
