Ice therapy

Ice therapy for soft tissue injury (R.I.C.E.)

• R is for Rest - This slows down any bleeding and reduces the risk of further damage. 
• I is for Ice - This can ease the pain, reduce swelling, reduce bleeding (initially) and encourage blood flow (later).
• C is for compression- This reduces bleeding and reduces swelling.
• E is for Elevation - Uses gravity to reduce bleeding and reduces swelling by allowing fluids to flow away from the site of injury

How can I apply ice?