Kierae said:You are correct in that ice does help to reduce swelling and the spread of a bruise. Technically not suppose to put ice directly on the bruise (or skin) and yes 15 minutes is the max time recommended.
~happy to be retired nurse
I was treated with ice in ziplock bags or wrapped in kitchen towels... though when I got some p.t for my injured knee, the doc gave me this interesting cup thing that you would fill with water and stick in the freezer, then you'd remove the cup, warm the outside with your hands or under the faucet and remove the plastic bottom... the top portion or lid of the cup would be frozen into the center of the ice, and i would then apply the ice directly to my knee in sweeping circles for ten minutes post going through my exercises... i wish i still had it
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