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Originally posted by RickM
I saw a show recently where the doc stated that if you have inflammation the last thing you want to apply is heat. He said that the heat helps to increase blood flow and that wasn't a good thing. On the other hand I can't see applying an ice pack to an arthritic area either.
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Ice is good to reduce swelling during the first 24-48 hours after injury. After that, heat is your friend.