The Amazing Effects of Ice Packs
When spraining an ankle (足首), injuring a muscle (筋肉) or tissue (組織), or even suffering from a fracture (骨折), hot towels or packs are often applied to the injured area.
In these cases, a large amount of blood and other substances collect around the damaged tissue, causing severe swelling (浮腫). Furthermore, the pressure placed on the injured tissue also compresses the surrounding nerves, causing significant pain.
In addition, hot air can accelerate tissue damage. I often see patients visiting my clinic experiencing worsening conditions and requiring longer treatment periods due to these incorrect measures.
Due to the hot spring (温泉)-loving nature of Asian, many people mistakenly believe that a hot steam bath is the first step. Wrapping an injured area with cold ice or a towel often causes a negative reaction due to the direct cold sensation.
However, ice packs are one of the most important treatment options for joint, muscle, or tissue problems. Among its many benefits, the three most significant are:
1. Edema Treatment: When ice is applied to an injured area, blood vessels, lymph nodes, and muscles begin to contract. However, when the ice is removed, they relax again, and this is when the swelling begins to subside.
2. Pain Relief: Cold receptors in the nerves respond much faster than pain receptors. Applying an ice pack to an injured area causes the cold sensation to be felt more quickly than the pain, which also helps relieve pain.
3. Muscle Relaxation: Applying ice is very similar to the Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) stretching technique, which is widely used these days. Numerous studies have found that when muscles are contracted for a period of time and then relaxed, they become more relaxed. In other words, applying cold air is more effective than applying heat to relax muscles and tissues.
In this way, ice packs can help with recovery and pain relief after an injury or treatment, but if left on for a long time, it can also cause frostbite.
The most recommended method is to wrap a paper towel around an ice pack and apply pressure to the affected area for about 15 to 20 minutes.
When recovering from an injury or treatment, it's recommended to repeat the ice pack for 15 to 20 minutes, three or more times per hour. Initially, you'll feel a Cold sensation(C) for a few seconds to a few minutes, followed by a Burning sensation(B), Aching(A), and Numbness(N). This is known as the "CBAN" effect. Most patients remove the ice pack when they feel the cold, but doing so negates the aforementioned benefits. Conversely, continuing beyond the numbness increases the risk of frostbite, so always adhere to the prescribed time.
For the elderly (高齢者), their tissues are very thin and fragile, so they need to apply the Ice packs for five to ten minutes less than the average person to achieve optimal results.
Many people suffer from incorrect information and prescriptions.
Even for minor problems, only an accurate diagnosis and prescription from a specialist can help ensure a speedy recovery.
What is the Applied Thai Traditional Medicine (ATTM)?
At KIM clinic, I adjust the patient's nerves and spine, and then our ATTM doctors treat the patient's muscles, ligaments, and tendons. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes on average per patient.
Just as China has traditional Chinese medicine, Thailand also has traditional Thai medicine.
ATTM manages the health of our people by integrating the wisdom of traditional Thai medicine with the knowledge of modern medicine in prevention, promotion, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Ten Major lines refers to the 10 Primary energy lines that from the structural foundation of Traditional Thai Medicine. These lines are believed to be the pathway for Lom (wind energy or life force), which nourishes the body and allows it to function normally. If there is a blockage or issue with these principal lines, it can lead to abnormal symptoms or body aches and pain.
KIM Clinic's ATTM doctors graduated with honors from Thailand's renowned University of ATTM and obtained a ATTM license from the Thai Ministry of Public Health. They have also been caring for pregnant women and postpartum care for many years, so They know human body very well and they treat my patients gently. We encourage you to experience modern chiropractic and traditional Thai medicine at KIM Clinic.
The Amazing Effects of Ice Packs
When spraining an ankle (足首), injuring a muscle (筋肉) or tissue (組織), or even suffering from a fracture (骨折), hot towels or packs are often applied to the injured area.
In these cases, a large amount of blood and other substances collect around the damaged tissue, causing severe swelling (浮腫). Furthermore, the pressure placed on the injured tissue also compresses the surrounding nerves, causing significant pain.
In addition, hot air can accelerate tissue damage. I often see patients visiting my clinic experiencing worsening conditions and requiring longer treatment periods due to these incorrect measures.
Due to the hot spring (温泉)-loving nature of Asian, many people mistakenly believe that a hot steam bath is the first step. Wrapping an injured area with cold ice or a towel often causes a negative reaction due to the direct cold sensation.
However, ice packs are one of the most important treatment options for joint, muscle, or tissue problems. Among its many benefits, the three most significant are:
1. Edema Treatment: When ice is applied to an injured area, blood vessels, lymph nodes, and muscles begin to contract. However, when the ice is removed, they relax again, and this is when the swelling begins to subside.
2. Pain Relief: Cold receptors in the nerves respond much faster than pain receptors. Applying an ice pack to an injured area causes the cold sensation to be felt more quickly than the pain, which also helps relieve pain.
3. Muscle Relaxation: Applying ice is very similar to the Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) stretching technique, which is widely used these days. Numerous studies have found that when muscles are contracted for a period of time and then relaxed, they become more relaxed. In other words, applying cold air is more effective than applying heat to relax muscles and tissues.
In this way, ice packs can help with recovery and pain relief after an injury or treatment, but if left on for a long time, it can also cause frostbite.
The most recommended method is to wrap a paper towel around an ice pack and apply pressure to the affected area for about 15 to 20 minutes.
When recovering from an injury or treatment, it's recommended to repeat the ice pack for 15 to 20 minutes, three or more times per hour. Initially, you'll feel a Cold sensation(C) for a few seconds to a few minutes, followed by a Burning sensation(B), Aching(A), and Numbness(N). This is known as the "CBAN" effect. Most patients remove the ice pack when they feel the cold, but doing so negates the aforementioned benefits. Conversely, continuing beyond the numbness increases the risk of frostbite, so always adhere to the prescribed time.
For the elderly (高齢者), their tissues are very thin and fragile, so they need to apply the Ice packs for five to ten minutes less than the average person to achieve optimal results.
Many people suffer from incorrect information and prescriptions.
Even for minor problems, only an accurate diagnosis and prescription from a specialist can help ensure a speedy recovery.
What is the Applied Thai Traditional Medicine (ATTM)?
At KIM clinic, I adjust the patient's nerves and spine, and then our ATTM doctors treat the patient's muscles, ligaments, and tendons. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes on average per patient.
Just as China has traditional Chinese medicine, Thailand also has traditional Thai medicine.
ATTM manages the health of our people by integrating the wisdom of traditional Thai medicine with the knowledge of modern medicine in prevention, promotion, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Ten Major lines refers to the 10 Primary energy lines that from the structural foundation of Traditional Thai Medicine. These lines are believed to be the pathway for Lom (wind energy or life force), which nourishes the body and allows it to function normally. If there is a blockage or issue with these principal lines, it can lead to abnormal symptoms or body aches and pain.
KIM Clinic's ATTM doctors graduated with honors from Thailand's renowned University of ATTM and obtained a ATTM license from the Thai Ministry of Public Health. They have also been caring for pregnant women and postpartum care for many years, so They know human body very well and they treat my patients gently. We encourage you to experience modern chiropractic and traditional Thai medicine at KIM Clinic.
