Ice Massage Instruction Sheet
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AdultDiscipline:
OTDiagnosis:
OrthopaedicsReferences:
- Sarver, D. C., Sugg, K. B., Disser, N. P., Enselman, E. R., Awan, T. M., & Mendias, C. L. (2017). Local cryotherapy minimally impacts the metabolome and transcriptome of human skeletal muscle. Scientific Reports, 7(1).
- Algafly, A. A., George, K. P., & Herrington, L. (2007). The effect of cryotherapy on nerve conduction velocity, pain threshold and pain tolerance * commentary. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 41(6), 365-369.
- Zemke, J. E., Andersen, J., Guion, W. K., McMillan, J., & Joyner, A. B. (1998). Intramuscular temperature responses in the human leg to two forms of cryotherapy: Ice massage and ice bag. Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 27(4), 301-307.
This intervention piece is designed to instruct someone how to do an ice massage to reduce pain. It is a great handout to include with the home program for people with acute injuries. This printable handout is for occupational therapists working with adult patients, covering Orthopaedics. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.
Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:
- How do I teach patients to perform ice massage safely at home?
- How long should ice massage be applied to avoid tissue damage?
- What are the steps and precautions for ice massage for pain relief?
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