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When to Ice or When to Heat?

Ok. I get this a lot. What do I do after an injury: ice or heat?

In short, its complicated.

Well, the mechanism is complicated but the overall application is quite easy.

Things to concern when applying ice or heat?

• When did the injury occur?

• What is our goal with application of ice or heat?

• What is the consequence of applying the wrong modality?

Check out this video and you will be able to make the correct decision to ice or heat each time.

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Ok Team. I sure hope this video helped you make a great choice with your injury. If you are still unsure on what to do… feel free to message me below to have me help you be 100% certain. If you have any doubt, hit the button below and I would love to help.

-Rob