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rosbud67: 2 years ago

I fell and hurt my hip, should I ice it or put heat on it?

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paisleymoon: 2 years ago

Ice applied within the first 48 hours of the injury is effective in reducing the swelling. Once the swelling is gone, then you can apply heat to increase blood flow to the area and promote healing.

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SherryN: 2 years ago

I'd go with ice, it will numb it, kill the germs, reduce swelling and bleeding.

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