What does Ice do when a player is injured or hurt? I know it helps them somewhat but specifically.?

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gujiseki… » What does Ice do when a player is injured or hurt? I know it helps them somewhat but specifically.? I know that a lot of coaches recommend putting ice>

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Ice shrinks the tissues and the blood vessels so that less fluid runs into the injured tissues. Less fluid in means less fluid leaking out ; which is what causes swelling and bleeding. Swelling increases pain as the swollen tissues press>

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Cold helps cut down>

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http://www.exploratorium.edu/sports/faq8…

  • by Lonnie P Ice helps keep the swelling down.
  • by bronte heights Ice slows the histamine reaction, and constricts the blood vessels. This will slow swelling and bruising respectively.

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    lots of anatomy and physiology classes, and I am a clutz. Doesn't hurt that I am Red Cross certified in first aid and cpr

  • by rjmack74 Not long ago the correct treatment was ice for 20 min. followed by heat for 20 min. then ice again.

    In physical therapy they heat the muscle, work it, then ice it to reduce swelling.

    Heat makes it feel good but the ice is what helps it recover.

  • by papawcoo… Ice helps to keep the swelling down.


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