Cold and compression in the management of musculoskeletal injuries and orthopedic operative procedures: a narrative review
Jon E BlockJon E Block, PhD., Incorporated, San Francisco, CA, USAAbstract: Cold and compression are routinely applied immediately after acute injury or ­following surgery to alleviate pain, reduce swelling and speed functional recovery. The objective of this literature review is to desc...
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| Language: | English |
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Dove Medical Press
2010-07-01
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| Series: | Open Access Journal of Sports Medicine |
| Online Access: | http://www.dovepress.com/cold-and-compression-in-the-management-of-musculoskeletal-injuries-and-a4797 |