Ice Compress

Ice Compress FAQ

When should i use a cold compress?

A cold compress is used to cool an injured area, which protects body tissue by slowing metabolic rate and reducing swelling around the injury. They are also frequently used to treat ocular allergies and to reduce swelling around the eyes and ocular itching.

How often should you use a cold compress?

The cold compress should be applied to the eye with very gentle pressure for approximately 20 minutes at a time. The patient should take care not to press on the eye to avoid causing further damage. A cold compress should be applied 24 to 48 hours after the injury.

How to make a cold compress?

Ice Pack. Using ice cubes is one of the best and simplest ways to make a cold compress at home. ...Towel Compress. You can use a small towel to make a cold compress if you don’t have ice available. ...Frozen Food Compress. Instead of ice, you can use a bag of frozen food as a cold compress. ...Corn Syrup or Dish Soap Compress. You can use corn syrup or dish soap to make a gel ice pack. ...Rubbing Alcohol Cold Compress. Rubbing alcohol helps change the freezing point of water, so that the water does not harden into a block of ice.Salt Compress. For a cold compress that retains the coldness for a longer duration, ordinary table salt is very effective.Cold Spoon Compress. A cold spoon also works as a great cold compress, especially for your eyes. It is particularly good for tired and puffy eyes.Unused Diaper Compress. Although it may sound strange, unused diapers can make a great cold compress. ...Clean Kitchen Sponge Compress. You can also make an ice pack at home with a clean sponge. ...Rice Grains Cold Compress. Rice grains also work great to make a cold compress at home. Rice is great at retaining cold temperature.

Should i use a hot or cold compress?

When to Use: Cold Compress vs. Hot Compress. It is generally recommended that cold compresses be used to relieve pain by numbing the affected area. Cold compresses are also used to limit swelling and inflammation, and reduce bleeding. On the other hand, hot compresses are generally recommended to decrease joint stiffness and muscle spasm.