Cryo/Heat Therapy 

Heat Therapy is commonly used to alleviate pain and promote healing by increasing circulation and relaxing muscles. Heat can be applied in two main forms: superficial and deep. Superficial heat therapies, like hot packs and hydrotherapy, target the skin just below the surface. Deep heat therapies, such as ultrasound, penetrate deeper into the tissues. Applying heat helps to improve blood flow, increase tissue flexibility, and temporarily reduce joint stiffness, muscle spasms, and pain. Heat therapy is especially effective for conditions like arthritis, muscle spasms, sprains, and strains, and can also help reduce inflammation and tissue congestion.    

Cold Therapy or Cryotherapy is typically used for acute injuries to the musculoskeletal system, such as sprains or strains. Cold therapy works by cooling the skin and underlying tissues, triggering vasoconstriction—the narrowing of blood vessels. This process reduces blood flow to the injured area, helping to minimize swelling, inflammation, and muscle spasms, while also providing pain relief. Cryotherapy is an essential tool in the immediate treatment of injuries to reduce discomfort and accelerate recovery.