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The Arthritis Foundation recommends using heat in the form of warm compress or bath for stiff joints and achy muscles. Warmth opens blood vessels, allowing more blood flow, nutrients, and oxygen to get to the damaged joint tissue. They recommend cold therapy for swelling and redness, as cold decreases blood flow and inflammation. Currently, more research is underway to study the potential effects of acupuncture on depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. To date, the results from many studies have shown promise. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Get good sleep: Make sure you are sleeping enough hours (seven to eight hours for adults and nine or more for children) and are going to bed and waking up at consistent times. Make your bed a screen-free zone, and don’t do work there. Ancient Chinese medical texts were among the first to discover and expand upon the mind and body connection. Since then, prestigious institutions (Harvard Medical School), health agencies (National Institute of Health), and most modern scientists and medical practitioners have accepted the overwhelming evidence for such connections.
Medically accepted care. I considered clinical research and recommendations from medical professionals and authorities like the Arthritis Foundation. A study of people using ice therapy for gout found that it made some improvement to their pain but it did not reduce swelling.
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Heat causes the blood vessels to open wide (dilate). This brings more blood into the area to stimulate healing of damaged tissues. It has a direct soothing effect and helps to relieve pain and spasm. It can also ease stiffness by making the tissues more supple. There is no definitive answer to whether heat or cold is better, as both have their place in treating symptoms of arthritis and joint pain in general. Stay hydrated: Dehydration is a common cause of headaches, so make sure you are drinking enough water. About a half gallon a day is recommended, and you’ll need more if you engage in physical activity.
A review of studies into the effectiveness of ice treatment found that most studies were inconclusive and others showed only a small effect. Some of the recent results are listed below: These effects all help to prevent the area from becoming stiff, by reducing excess tissue fluid that gathers as a result of injury and inflammation.With any sprain, strain or bruise there is some bleeding into the underlying tissues. This causes swelling and pain. Ice treatment may be used in both the immediate treatment of soft tissue injuries and in later rehabilitation. We were pleased at the inclusion of your recent 10 minute consultation paper on Epistaxis by Mulla et al [1] which covers a condition that whilst often simple, is potentially fatal.