Following an acute injury — whether sports-related or the result of general clumsiness — cold therapy is usually the best course of action. The cold reduces swelling and helps dull the pain, speeding ...

Whether you’ve recovered from a serious injury, followed doctor’s orders post-op or simply tried to keep the swelling down after a minor bump or bruise, chances are a homemade ice pack has been part ...

If you have sprained a wrist, pulled your back, or twisted an ankle before, you've likely heard of the age-old R.I.C.E. protocol— rest, ice, compression, and elevation. And while painkillers can help ...

Fitness is in. According to Bloomberg, there are now more than 90,000 fitness centers in the United States, and gym usage is stronger than it was before the pandemic; in January 2023, gym usage was ...