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Should I Use An Ice Pack Or Heating Pad To Alleviate Constant Pain In The Back After Injury?

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Posted on Fri, 11 Jan 2019
Question: i hurt my back a week ago. it is still sore. should I use an ice pack or heating pad?

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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Both need to be used.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Thanks for your query.

You should use an ice pack (as it reduces inflammation) alternating with a heating pad (as it reduces pain). Both have a role.

Regards,
Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha, General & Family Physician
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Should I Use An Ice Pack Or Heating Pad To Alleviate Constant Pain In The Back After Injury?

Brief Answer: Both need to be used. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. You should use an ice pack (as it reduces inflammation) alternating with a heating pad (as it reduces pain). Both have a role. Regards, Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha, General & Family Physician