Cold compresses aren’t a first-line therapy for hereditary angioedema (HAE), but they may provide relief from swelling-related discomfort for some people. HAE is a rare genetic disorder that causes ...

Doctors and physical therapists often recommend hot and cold therapy to soothe the aching or stiff joints of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and to increase mobility. Together, these methods to temporarily ...

Pain can come from many sources, acute injuries, muscle tension, joint stiffness, or chronic conditions such as arthritis. When discomfort strikes, most people instinctively reach for an ice pack or a ...