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Is heat or cold better to treat sore muscles?

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Dr. Francine Yep answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cold 1st week: During your first week of injury, cold's better. After your first week, you pick which feels better for you: cold or hot.

Dr Seely and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Cold: In general icing is better then heat for muscle soreness.

Dr Pizzo and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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