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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.

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