Hot. The heat opens up blood vessels. The migraine is usually caused when blood vessels constrict.
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
hot compress. to promote vasodilation that relaxes the muscles
Perhaps you enquire regarding 'hot and cold compress' as used for sprains and tissue damage.
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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There are quite a few home remedies to help relive your migraine symptoms. Using a hot compress is the best way. There are also teas that are specially formulated to help migraines.
Cold compress or ice pack (frozen peas or something else similar).
Applying a hot compress can help to increase blood flow, relax muscles, and reduce pain and stiffness. A cold compress can help reduce inflammation, numb pain, and decrease swelling by constricting blood vessels. The choice between hot or cold therapy depends on the type of injury or condition being treated.
Id recommend cold, as it reduces swelling.
Could the inquiry been about hot and cold compress, a method used to relieve sprains.
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.