Cold compresses use cold to help constrict blood vessels, slowing down blood flow, reducing inflammation and relieving pain and swelling. It are ideal for acute injuries such as sprained ankles, tendonitis, bruises, nosebleeds, headaches.
Cold compress equipment may vary depending on the type, as follows:
- Freezer bag : Mix approximately 700 ml of clean water with 250 ml of alcohol in a freezer bag. Close the bag tightly and freeze until the liquid forms ice crystals before use. If the freezer bag starts to melt after use, it can be refrozen and reused.
- Cold towel : Soak a towel in cold water and wring it out before placing it in a plastic bag and freezing it for about 15 minutes.
- Ice packs : can be made at home by placing frozen peas, frozen corn, or about 0.5 kg of ice in a plastic bag and filling it with enough water to cover it. If using peas or corn, squeeze out all the air from the bag, seal it tightly, then wrap it in a towel before applying the compress.
Cold compresses are an ideal way to relieve pain from acute injuries, such as sprains, bruises, or swelling. คาสิโนออนไลน์ UFABET ฝากถอนรวดเร็ว เริ่มต้นเล่นง่าย. Cold compresses reduce blood flow to the injured area, which reduces swelling and inflammation. They are best for:
- Pain from inflammation: such as arthritis or tendonitis
- After Exercise: Cold compresses can help reduce inflammation and pain that occurs after strenuous exercise.
- Acute injuries: such as a sprained ankle, bruise, or swelling from impact.
Cold compresses vary in application depending on the type, as follows:
Cold wet compress: Wash your hands and soak the mask or cloth to be applied in cold water before wringing out the water. Then apply it directly to the injured area for 10-15 minutes at a time and use a clean cloth to wipe away the water in the area before washing your hands again. Repeat as many times as recommend by your doctor or specialist.
For dry cold compresses, wrap an ice bag, ice pack, or bottle filled with cold water in a clean cloth before applying it to the injured area for about 15-20 minutes or as long as the doctor has prescribed. Patients may need to consult a doctor or specialist for additional frequency or number of times to apply cold compresses appropriately.