Why NOT to use ice with injuries
When you injure something and it becomes swollen, it is your bodies natural response to heal the tissue and area. A natural response when there is damage to tissue is to increase the amount of white blood cells to the area to start eliminating the dead tissue and begin repair. By applying ice, you lessen the swelling, because you slow down the movement of the white blood cells to the area that are designed to repair the damage. This does not speed healing, but slows it down because the need for anti-inflammatory cells is decreased by the ice, which then will prolong the time it takes to heal. Arnica and DMSO are two great options in these situations that will drastically improve your ability to heal and heal quickly. These remedies work great for children and adult alike, and I would never go without DMSO in the house!