Comparison of Cryotherapy Performed With Ice or Gel and Superficial Skin Cooling of Older Women: A Randomized, Crossover, Clinical Trial

CONCLUSION: This study of older women found that ice and gel cooled the skin more effectively than ice wrapped in towels. However, the gel pack had some adverse effects. Therefore, bagged ice is recommended for cryotherapy in older women.PMID:38502943 | DOI:10.1519/JPT.0000000000000412

Source: Physical Therapy - March 19, 2024 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Kharine Dos Santos Maria Fachin Daniela de Est éfani Kelly M ônica Marinho E Lima Daniela Pacheco Dos Santos Haupenthal Alessandro Haupenthal Source Type: research