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How to Use Ice Packs to Treat Injuries?

Injuries happen when we least expect them, and they often bring discomfort, pain, and swelling. Whether from a sports mishap, a fall, or a daily activity gone wrong, the first step to relief usually involves quick and effective pain management. Ice packs, known for reducing swelling and numbing sore spots, can be lifesavers. Using ice …

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Hot vs. Cold Therapy

Pain is a very common affliction, with approximately 10% of the world’s population experiencing some form of chronic pain. Sometimes people decide to treat or require pain treatment without the use of medication, and the best way to do so is with hot and cold therapy. One of the ways to do this is with …

5 Ways to Beat the Flu This Season

With summer winding down, unfortunately it is time to begin thinking about flu season. Each year, influenza affects between 5% and 20% of the population and between 3000 and 49,000 people die from the disease. The flu is spread by having contact with an infected person or through the air when you are in close …