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Cryotherapy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is Ice Massage? | frozen water in a cup that is rubbed over the injured area |
| What is the treatment time for Ice Massage? | 7-10 minutes |
| What is the treatment time for Ice Bags? | 10-20 mintues (depending on the area) |
| What is a Cryo Cuff? | It is a form of cold therapy in which pressure is applied as well as cold therapy |
| What should the temperature of a cold whirlpool be? | between 45-60 degrees |
| What's the treatment time of a cold whirlpool? | 5-15 minutes |
| When should you use cold therapy? | acute or chronic pain, acute or chronice muscle spasm, acute inflammation or injury, or post surgical pain and edema |