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When to Use Ice vs Heat
❄️ ICE: If you have an acute injury or swelling. Ice reduces inflammation, numbs pain, and controls swelling like a champ. Remember to apply ice for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours and never place it directly on your skin. 🔥 HEAT: Tight muscles or lingering pain? Heat dilates blood vessels, improves circulation, and relaxes muscles. Apply a warm towel or use a heating pad for 15-20 minutes, but be cautious not to overdo it! Remember to consult with your OC provider for personalized advice.
Sciatica Pain Reflief
😩 Sciatica Relief 💥 If you’re suffering from sciatica pain, you need to start doing these two exercises today - Heck even if you’re not, these are two of my favourite movements to floss the nerves in the posterior chain! 1️⃣ Start with a seated figure 4 stretch. Think 🍑 out as you lean forward. Then pull that same knee into you as you twist the spine toward the leg. 2️⃣ While holding your leg, extend and plantar flex (point) the ankle, then flex the knee and dorsal flex (flex) the ankle. F
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