Heat Therapy vs. Cold Therapy: How and When to Use At-Home Pain Treatments?

When it comes to at-home pain treatments, there are two main options: heat therapy or cold therapy. But which one should you use and when? This article will help answer those questions for you. The first thing to consider when choosing between heat and cold therapy is the source of your pain. For example, if you have arthritis or joint pain, then heat may be a better choice because it...
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