Cryotherapy

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- Cold induced vasodilation
  - Compensatory vasodilation occurs
  - Alternating constriction/ dilation
- Lewis Hunting Response
  - Vasoconstriction alternates with dilation so extremities receive a burst of warmth to restore functioning
- Contraindications
  - Hypersensitivity to cold
  - Psychological aversion
  - Circulatory insufficiency
- Precautions
  - Avoid chest region
  - Caution at groin
  - Chest for frostbite or ice burn
- Application
  - Cyrocuff
  - Cold immersion
  - Commercial packs
  - Ice packs
  - Ice massage
  - Cold spray/ gel
  - Kriotherapy
Avoid lengthy treatment on left shoulder
- Precautions
  - Avoid chest region
  - Caution at groin
  - Chest for frostbite or ice burn