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Heat packs are usually used for pain relief or relaxation. It can be used for sprains and strains but should not be used within 24 hours of injury as heat will increase bleeding time and bruising.

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Ice VS Heat Pain Relief?

Using cold and heat packs is an effective way to get pain relief, regardless of the reason behind your injury. If you have an injury that involves swelling, ice packs should always be used. This is usually done for temporary injuries, such as spraining an ankle. If you have long standing pain, heat packs should be used instead to ease the pain. This is usually done for chronic pain conditions, such as Fibromyalgia or arthritis.


Why is sodium acetate used in commercial hot packs?

Sodium acetate is used in commercial hot packs because it can store and release heat energy when it crystallizes and melts. This property allows the hot pack to provide a consistent and long-lasting source of heat when activated.


How do cold packs work?

Instant hot and cold packs are used by athletes to quickly and conveniently treat an injury. They last for about 20 minutes. The packs take advantage of chemicals that either absorb a lot of heat or release a lot of heat when dissolved in water. When a chemical process absorbs a lot of heat it is called endothermic. When heat is released, it is called exothermic. In cold packs, ammonium nitrate is used because it absorbs a lot of heat when it dissolves in water. The water and ammonium nitrate are in separate compartments in the pack. When the cold pack is needed, the chambers are broken and the ammonium nitrate dissolves in the water, absorbing heat and making the pack as cold as 0C. In hot packs, calcium chloride or magnesium sulphate are used, along with the water. They release heat when the chambers are broken and the chemical dissolves in the water. A hot pack can reach a temperature of 90C. :)


Should cold packs be used to help lower body temperature during heat illness?

yes absolutely


Is it recommended that heat packs might be used after a soft tissue injury?

No, quite the opposite: heat packs are only to be used to increase blood flow to a particular area to promote healing; if applied to a fresh injury, it would only make it worse. New injuries require cooling to reduce swelling.


What is sodium thiosulfate used for in commercial applications?

Sodium thiosulphate is used commercially in many products, including bleah, disinfectants, table salts, cleaning products and heat production in heat packs and hand walmers.


Is a coolant a substance used to absord heat?

Yes, a coolant is a substance (usually a liquid) used to absorb heat.


How does crude oil heat homes?

Usually by being used to heat a steam heating system.


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.


Are hot moist packs good for sore muscles?

Hot, moist packs can be made using a reusable hot pad and a damp towel. Heat the hot pack according to manufacturer's instructions then wrap it in the towel that is damp from hot water. Hot moist packs alternated with cold packs can be used to treat swelling and pain after sprains and strains.


How is a heat and eat pack used in everyday life?

Heat and eat packs can be taken to work for lunch and heated in the microwave. They also make quick lunches for the kids and heat and eat meals can take the place of cooking a full meal.


In an experiment what is a heat used for?

A heat is used to increase the thermal energy in whatever you are testing. In a typical classroom situation, the heat will be supplied by a Bunsen Burner, which provides a flame. This flame is then used to heat whatever object needs heating. For example, boiling a beaker of water by applying the heat under said beaker.