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Heat or Ice?

We are often asked what is better for pain.  The simple answer: ICE. 

Think about if you sprained your ankle and it swelled.  Would you heat it? Typically No.  We more easily recognize that putting heat on a swollen, hot, injured area would not be the best. The idea is similar for pain. There is often inflammation involved in pain and therefore icing produces a better effect. It not only reduces swelling but works as an analgesic (so feels better!).  The preferred amount varies, but 15-20 minutes at time with about 1 hour off in between icings is the sweet spot.  This can be repeated often typically about 3 times a day is a good start, until the inflammation and pain is starting to subside.

Junge Family Chiropractic will be closed Friday, May 26 - Monday, May 29, 2023 for Memorial Day. We would like to thank the brave men and women who served our country and gave their lives for the freedoms we hold dear in the United States. We hope you all have a wonderful holiday weekend with your families.

Junge Family Chiropractic will be closed Friday, May 26 – Monday, May 29, 2023, for Memorial Day. We would like to thank the brave men and women who served our country and gave their lives for the freedoms we hold dear in the United States. We hope you all have a wonderful holiday weekend with your families.