When to apply cold, hot compresses? – the combination of hot and cold compresses is also believed to have a beneficial effect on chronic diseases such as knee arthritis (without the phenomenon of red swelling).
While there is no definitive evidence yet, many people with knee arthritis report feeling the pain is better controlled when alternately applying hot and cold compresses.
Cold compresses are applied to acute injuries to reduce swelling, pain, inflammation, while hot compresses with chronic injuries such as neck and shoulder pain, arms, joint pain …
Cold compresses and hot compresses are both commonly used in pain relief during osteochondrosis injuries.
Both ways can help relieve pain, but depending on the case, it applies specifically.
