Cold therapy is useful for the acute stages of sprain and strain injury, helping reduce pain and swelling. It forms part of RICE treatment - Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation - recommended by the NHS.
How To Treat A Sprain
The difference between a strain and a sprain is all down to the location of the injury. A strain occurs due to you overstretching, tearing, or twisting a tendon or muscle, while a sprain happens because of the same injury to a ligament. A sprain is located around a joint, while a strain can occur anywhere over the body that has a muscle, most commonly your back or legs. Read more!