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A cold compress is a frozen or chilled material, such as an ice pack or a cool, wet
washcloth. When used correctly, they can help to relieve pain and swelling or cool a
fever. Cold compresses take a variety of forms, including commercially available
products and homemade solutions.
A cold compress can aid in treating:
minor injuries
fevers
headaches
eye pain or allergies
Different types of compress will help with different injuries. For example, a bag of ice
may be too cold to place comfortably on the eye area, while a cool cloth may do
nothing for a serious injury.
Read on, to learn more about the benefits of cold compresses, and which types
should be used for different ailments.
There are also chemical packs that, when broken, freeze similarly to ice. They can
be easily included in a first aid kit.
Cold compresses are also easy to make at home, and ice is often a key ingredient. It
is a good idea to keep extra ice or even bags of frozen vegetables in the freezer for
use in an emergency.
Ice is most effective in the immediate aftermath of an injury. A person should apply
and remove the ice compress at intervals for as long as necessary. If symptoms do
not improve, contact a doctor.
Wrap the bag in a thin cloth, to protect the skin, before applying it to the injury.
Alternatively, a person can freeze a wet washcloth or towel. To do this:
Other uses
A cold or cool compress can help to reduce symptoms of a variety of conditions,
including:
eye allergies
hemorrhoids
gout
muscle strains
Avoid applying compresses containing ice to the eye area or to babies. Otherwise,
both children and adults can benefit from the effects.
A cold compress can help to lower the temperature in a certain part of the body while
reducing pain and swelling.
Applying ice to an injury restricts blood flow to the area, which can result in:
Risks
Cold compresses are usually safe. However, some ailments, such as arthritis,
respond better to heat. In general, injuries that persist for long periods tend to benefit
more from warm compresses.
To limit the risks of a cold compress:
Never apply ice directly to the skin, as this can result in a burn.
Never use a cold compress on a major injury.
Never apply ice for long periods, as this can result in frostbite.
Takeaway
Cold compresses are easy to make and use at home.
In a first aid kit, a person may want to include a chemical pack that mimics the
effects of ice. Several types of ready-made compresses are available to
purchase online.
When self-care shows few results or when injuries are severe, seek medical
attention.