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Effectiveness of Heat Therapy and Cold Therapy in Patients With Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
May 2021
Effectiveness of Heat Therapy and Cold Therapy in Patients With Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Heat and cold therapy reduce pain in patients with delayed onset muscle soreness: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 32 randomized controlled trials
Phys Ther Sport. 2021 Mar;48: 177-187.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Thirty-two randomized controlled trials containing 1098 patients with delayed onset muscle soreness were included in this meta-analysis comparing heat therapy, cold therapy, and control (passive recovery) for the reduction of pain. Comparisons between heat therapy vs. control, cold therapy vs. control, and heat therapy vs cold therapy were performed, and outcomes were assessed at ≤24 hours and >24...
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