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Is it a good idea to continue icing during physical therapy or should i transfer to heat? if yes to ice, should i do it before or after rehab session?
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Usually: icing for 2-5 days followed by heat therapy, depending on the nature and extent of injury.
Answered 5/29/2018
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PT: Ask your therapist which and when to use them. Good Luck
Answered 5/29/2018
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