Superficial Heat and Cold.

Kaul, Matthew P; Herring, Stanley A · Phys Sportsmed · 1994

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Abstract

In brief The wide array of superficial heat and cold modalities offers physicians many options for treating sports-related injuries. Appropriate application of heat and cold therapies can reduce the impact of an injury by relieving pain, reducing swelling, and encouraging rehabilitation.