ICE THERAPY

WHEN THE INFLAMMATION IS FEELING TENDER, HOT AND SWOLLEN:

Please wrap an microwaveable ice pack or ice pack in a towel (to protect your skin) and apply to affected area for 7-10 minutes (applying ice longer than this can be counterproductive to your recovery)Repeat this application 3-4 times or as directed by your practitioner. Following these steps will reduce inflammation and pain. If you have any questions or are unsure of what to do then please contact The Aark clinic either by phone on  01322 788049 or by email at info@theaark.co.uk

HEAT THERAPY

OFTEN AFTER THE INITIAL STAGE OF SWELLING:

Take a microwaveable heat pack or hot water bottle and wrap in a moist hand towel. Place this on the affected area for 20 minutes. Take caution not to burn the skin.

This application should only be applied 1-2 times a day or as directed by your practitioner.

Leaving heat on an area for longer than this time may aggravate your injury.

If you have any questions or are unsure of what to do then please contact your practitioner either by phone on 01322 788049 or email at info@theaark.co.uk