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Friday, February 13, 2009

How to Prevent a Recordable Injury #3

Common Mistake: If I experience an injury (for example: low back strain), I should apply heat or sit in a hot tub when I get home.



Heat helps with stiffness and achiness, but should NOT be used with acute symptoms as it causes swelling and increased symptoms.
  • If you have an incident within 24-48 hours DO NOT apply heat.
  • Apply heat to general achiness, stiffness and soreness.
  • Heat application averages about 10 minutes, and remember to use layers of clothing or towels, as to avoid superficial burns.