Physiological Effect

Acts as an analgesic, blood vessel constriction to prevent additional swelling in the joint.

Indications

• Acute injuries
• Pain
• Inflammation

Contraindications

• Circulation disorders
• Impaired sensation
• Do not apply before activity

Application

Fill Game Ready machine with an ice water mixture.

If possible, cover treatment joint with plastic.

Apply the compression sleeve to the joint.

Time intervals

15 minutes

Game Ready: Game Ready is a cold modality that sends ice water through a hose to a sleeve specified for a certain joint. Game Ready incorporates ice and compression from P.R.I.C.E in an effort to reduce swelling. Game Ready decreases blood flow to a certain area and should not be used on an athlete before practice or a game. If the athlete is properly positioned, it can incorporate all elements of P.R.I.C.E.