Heat vs. Cold Therapy: Which is Best for Musculoskeletal Injuries
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NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Mechanism of Action and Benefits of Cold Therapy Cold therapy, or cryotherapy, is commonly used immediately following an acute injury to reduce inflammation and limit tissue damage. (1) 2) Limiting Secondary Injury? : Heat therapy increases blood flow, enhancing the supply of oxygen and nutrients to muscles. Wang ZR, Ni GX.
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