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