Hot compress should be use 5-10mins. It should alternately do with the cold compress for a better result.
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
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.)
Cold compress or ice pack (frozen peas or something else similar).
No, pain medications should be applied in the breast while breastfeeding just apply warm compress for engorgement, breastfeed baby or pump breastmilk and apply cold compress in between feedings to relieve pain.
An injury to the body of the muscle or attachment of the tendon is known as a strain. To treat a strain, the affected limb should be elevated and a cold compress applied to the area.
HOT
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.
20 minutes according to NUCO in the UK
For unknown reasons of ankle and foot swelling, it is generally recommended to use a cold compress to reduce inflammation and numb the area. If the swelling persists or worsens, it would be advisable to seek medical advice to determine the underlying cause.
A cold compress will assist in decreasing the amount of swelling.
A cold compress is good for swollen tissues. For tired muscles the best thing is heat or massage.