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Hot pack or cold pack: which one to reach for when you’re injured or in pain

When you injure yourself, you may reach for a hot or a cold pack. Which option is better depends on the nature of your pain, what caused it and how long you’ve had it. The cold pack: A chilly example of an endothermic reaction. … READ MORE

Plantar fasciitis / ankle sprain – ice with T-shape wrap

There are lots of reasons for foot pain or ankle pain. From achilles tendonitis to plantar fasciitis, icing is a key part of recovery. This video shows how the unique shape of this hot/cold therapy wrap helps it mold around the angles … READ MORE

Knee replacement FAQs

What causes OA? Factors that may lead to OA include: weight gain, advancing age and joint injury. What is OA of the knee? The knee joint includes the patella (kneecap), the femur (thigh bone) and the tibia (shinbone). These bones are … READ MORE

Osteoarthritis of the knee FAQs

What causes OA? Factors that may lead to OA include: weight gain, advancing age and joint injury. What is OA of the knee? The knee joint includes the patella (kneecap), the femur (thigh bone) and the tibia (shinbone). These bones are … READ MORE