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

Posted on Sun, 4 Mar 2018

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Question : i hurt my back a week ago. it is still sore. should I use an ice pack or heating pad?

thanks

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (-3 hours 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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T