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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.
What should I use hot or cold compress for unknown reason for ankle and foot swelling?
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.
What are some home remedies for ankle injury?
Experience says to keep ankle up level with body, on a pillow would be preferable. To stop swelling put a cold compress and leave it for around 20 minutes. Do this every couple of hours. With time, exercise the ankle in circular movements, slowly.
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.
What do you call an injury to the body of the muscle or attachment of the tendon?
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.
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.
Name something you take from your freezer to soothe an injury?
ice, cold compress, frozen vegetables, steak
What should I do to treat a painful ankle injury?
Ankle injuries can be painful and persistent. It is important to immediately elevate the ankle in case of an injury. Use an ice-pack 2-3 times a day to reduce the swelling around the ankles. Use the cold therapy for 15-20 minutes. Take pain and anti-inflammatory medication as advised by the doctor and rest the ankle to help it recover fast.
What is the best way to relieve anckle pain?
The best way to relieve ankle pain is to put a cold compress on it for about 30 minutes and then switch to a hot compress for another 30 minutes. Soak the ankle in warm bath salt before wrapping with an ace bandage or athletic tape.
Should you use a hot or cold compress on a swollen lip?
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.)
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).
Do I use hot or cold compress for a knee injury?
For a knee injury, it is generally recommended to use a cold compress (ice pack) in the first 48 hours to reduce swelling and inflammation. After 48 hours, you can switch to using a hot compress to help relax muscles and promote healing.
