Which to Use When: Ice or Heat? by Louise Roach

- To decrease muscle spasms

- To treat an acute burn

During Chronic Stage (after inflammation subsides, usually 4 or 5 days after injury)

- To manage pain and possible swelling

- After an activity or workout involving an overuse injury to decrease pain and swelling

- To treat joint swelling due to inflammatory arthritis

When to Use Heat:

During Chronic Stage (after inflammation subsides, usually 4 or 5 days after injury)

- To warm up stiff joints and aid in joint mobility

- To decrease chronic muscle spasms

- To aid in stretching tight muscles

- Before an activity or workout involving an overuse injury to warm up the affected area

Disclaimer: This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical treatment or consultation. Always consult with your physician in the event of a serious injury.

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BIO:

Louise Roach is the editor of on-line health and fitness newsletter, NewsFlash*SnowPack. She has been instrumental in the development of SnowPack, a patented cold therapy that exhibits the same qualities as ice. Her injury prevention and treatment articles have been published on health and fitness websites. For more information visit: http://www.snowpackusa.com

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