Within the field of medical care there always a number of ongoing debates about which methods are most effective for treating patients. One such debate that involves chiropractors is the debate regarding the use of ice and heat in treating different ailments. As many
Orange County Chiropractors work with athletes and people that live physically strenuous lives, this is an important debate because chiropractors want to ensure that these individuals are as healthy as they can be and are capable of carrying on their lifestyle.
Benefits of Heat
- Good for treating bruises
- Heals fatigued soft muscles
- Alleviates the pain of minor sprains
- Assists with blood vessel dilation
- Decreases inflammation
Benefits of Cold
- A decreased nerve transmission in pain fibres
- Reduces the activity of free nerve endings
- Raises the pain threshold
- Causes a release of endorphins
- Cold sensations over-ride the pain sensation
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