When Should I Apply Heat?
Everyone agrees that applying heat over stiff muscles or after intense physical activity feels great! Heat can be a great therapeutic source to reduce pain and soothe the symptoms of an injury or overworked muscles. Heat improves circulation to a particular area due to raised temperature. Blood vessels increase in diameter and allow tissues to […]
When Should I Apply Cold?
Have you ever suffered from a painful sports injury? You know how challenging it can be to manage the pain and swelling that comes with it. That’s where cold therapy comes in – it’s a fantastic way to reduce both pain and inflammation by limiting blood flow to the affected area. Whether you’ve sprained your […]