Ice Cups
Physiological Effect
Pushes fluids out of the injury, acts as an analgesic, constricts blood vessels.
Indications
- Pain
- Inflammation
- Edema in small muscular areas.
Contraindications
- Circulation disorders
- Impaired sensation
Application
Apply ice cup over the affected area with moderate pressure in small overlapping circles pushing any fluids towards the heart.
Time intervals
5-7 minutes