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I have just learned that if you have an infection you should NOT use heat.
The reason being is that it draws the infection out, and encourages it to spread. Cold is the way to go if you are going to use a compress (although it may be difficult. I know that a warm compress has helped me more than a cold compress.)
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How long you use a hot or cold compress maximum?
Hot compress should be use 5-10mins. It should alternately do with the cold compress for a better result.
After Liposuction bruises and swollen hot or cold compress?
Post cosmetic surgery you should use warm compress. My mother just had a breast reduction and was instructed to use a warm compress. Cold compress is to reduce swelling or inflammation after an injury like a spained ankle. Wish you the best in the healing process.
Should you use hot or cold compresses for a swollen eyelid?
ONLY USE COLD WATER for a swollen eyelid. Hot water stimulates the cells and makes it more swollen.
Swelling on the old intravenous site - what should you apply - hot or cold compress?
HOT
What should I use hot or cold compress for unknown reason for ankle and foot swelling?
Swelling should always be treated with COLD compress, not hot. But if the swelling persists or returns, see a doctor to find out what is causing it.
Should you use hot or cold compress for a swollen ankle due to twisting?
Cold - ice or an icepak will reduce swelling. Heat packs should not be used until the tissues have regained normal skin temperature, which usually takes 2 or 3 days.
I have some post operative swelling should I use a hot or cold compress?
Cold compress or ice pack (frozen peas or something else similar).
Which is best for reducing swollen wrist a hot or cold compress?
Id recommend cold, as it reduces swelling.
When should one use hot or cold compress?
hot compress. to promote vasodilation that relaxes the muscles
What is contrast hydrotherapy?
series of hot and cold water applications. A hot compress (as hot as an individual can tolerate) is applied for three minutes followed by an ice cold compress for 30 seconds
What is hot and cold compass?
Perhaps you enquire regarding 'hot and cold compress' as used for sprains and tissue damage.
Should you use hot or cold compress for numbness in the face?
You should have this evaluated by a medical doctor. It could be a symptom of a much greater problem, such as stroke.
