Heat Therapy and Cold Therapy

Heat and cold therapy is a chiropractic technique involving the administration of temperature controlled therapy to help stimulate the body's natural healing abilities. This method of treatment is non-invasive and does not require the need for addictive medications. Our chiropractic care team at Pike Chiropractic Therapy Center in Huber Heights, OH, offers various treatments, including cold and heat therapy. A “chiropractor near me” on our chiropractic team is here to help.

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What Is Temperature Controlled Therapy

Hot or cold therapy helps stimulate the body's natural abilities to heal itself and can help control inflammation and pain. Using a combination of heat and cold may help decrease or increase the blood flow to the injured area, which can help manage or reduce swelling. In addition, heat therapy can help control pain by increasing blood flow to the injured area, which can spur the healing process. 

Heat Therapy

Heat therapy can help open up blood vessels, increasing blood flow and oxygen to the area, which may help relax sore muscles, ligaments, and tendons, which can help reduce pain. Heat can also help decrease muscle spasms and increase the joint's range of motion. 

Cold Therapy

Cold therapy is temperature-controlled therapy that can help slow down the blood flow to the injured area, which can help reduce pain and swelling. Cold therapy may be best if the injured area is swollen or bruised. 

How to Use Heat and Cold Therapy? 

A chiropractor will work with you to determine the best temperature-controlled therapy. Then, depending on your injury, you may be given instructions on how and how to apply heat or cold.

How to Use Heat Therapy? 

Heat can be applied dry or moist, such as heating pads, gel packs, hot water baths, or hot water bottles. The heat should be warm but not too hot and be maintained at a consistent temperature. 

How to Use Cold Therapy?

Cold therapy may be applied using an ice or gel pack and is applied to the injured area for an amount of time. A thin towel should be placed between the ice pack and the skin. 

See a Chiropractor in Huber Heights, OH, on Our Team

If you are suffering from pain caused by an injury, search for a "chiropractor near me," or give Pike Chiropractic Therapy Center. Our chiropractors provide various chiropractic care techniques to help reduce pain and improve your body's natural healing abilities. Call us today to schedule an appointment with a chiropractor in Huber Heights. Call us at (937) 236-1705 for more information. Our chiropractors are here to help.

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