Cold therapy produces
vasoconstriction, which slows circulation reducing inflammation, muscle spasm,
and pain.
Superficial
cold is available in many forms, including a variety of commercial cold packs,
ice cubes, iced towels/compresses, and forms of hydrotherapy. The duration of
cold therapy is less than heat therapy; usually less than 15 minutes. The
effect of cold is known to last longer than heat.
Cold
or ice should never be applied directly to the skin. A barrier, such as a
towel, should be placed between the cold agent and the skin's surface to
prevent skin and nerve damage. Punctured commercial cold packs should be
immediately discarded, as the chemical agent/gel will burn skin.[1]
With Livshop’s cold pack
say goodbye to muscle spasm, inflammation, and pain. This nylon-made cold pack generates heat or
cold by the action of chemicals within the pack instantly.
