-IBIS-1.5.0-
rx
hydrotherapy
ice bag/ice pack
physical medicine
definition
ice bag/ice pack
1. spread towel with crushed ice, large enough to cover lesion
2. fold and pin towel to keep ice in
3. place ice pack over flannel
4. place plastic over ice pack
5. secure ice pack in place with elastic bandage, etc.
6. leave pack in place at least 15 min., not more than 30 min.
7. repeat ice pack every 1-3 hr. as needed
contraindications:
1. acute asthma (over lungs)
2. acute cystitis (over bladder)
3. patients aggravated by cold
general indications:
1. contusions
2. acute joint inflammation
3. toothache
4. hemorrhage
footnotes