ice massage


ice massage

Application of ice for a therapeutic effect. Paper cups containing water previously frozen are preferable. The cups are rubbed over a localized area in small circles for 5 to 10 min to numb the part and prepare it for deep pressure or deep transverse friction massage. Ice massage is also used to treat traumatized tissues and joints. See: cryotherapy (1)

Patient care

A cold source such as a cup containing frozen water or a plastic pack that holds a cold gel is applied to joints, muscles, tendons, or other tissues. The pack is held in place or rubbed over a localized area in small circles for 5 to 10 min to numb the part and prepare it for deep pressure or deep transverse friction massage.

See also: massage