How long and how frequently should cold be applied to the injured area during the first 24 to 48 hours?

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Leah Villanueva

Biology

6 February, 10:42

How long and how frequently should cold be applied to the injured area during the first 24 to 48 hours?

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Briley · Answer 1

Ice should be applied within the first 5-10 minutes after getting the injury and leave the ice for 20-30 minutes. This can be repeated every 2-3 hours or so for the next 24-48 hours.

If you consider the first 48 hours, and this timings, the frequency should be between 16 to 24 times. If you consider 24 hours, it should be between 8 and 12 times.