Postgrad Med January 2015 PMID 25526231

Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury.

Gerard A Malanga, Ning Yan, Jill Stark

Mentions

23
Peak: 2 in Sep 2022
across 5 sources since Apr 2020

Extended reach

7,049
potential audience

Total likes

7

Video views

35

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Apr 2020 – Jul 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions highlight the article's cautious tone, with posts mentioning the lack of definitive evidence for cold and heat therapies, such as one stating the review is outdated and inconclusive, and another questioning the importance of icing based on limited data. The tone varies from neutral acknowledgment to mild skepticism, reflecting an overall moderate engagement with the topic.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The posts show mixed opinions, with some noting that the review indicates limited conclusive evidence, reflecting neither strong agreement nor disagreement.

InterestModerate interest

Most discussions show curiosity about the role and effectiveness of heat and cold therapies, suggested by comments referencing evidence and clinical relevance.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific aspects of the review, such as the lack of strong studies and the debate over icing vs. heat, indicating moderate depth of discussion.

ImpactNeutral impact

The conversations seem to inform or question clinical practices, but do not suggest a radical shift in understanding or practice, leading to a neutral impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • Heat and cold therapies are commonly used to manage pain and promote healing in acute musculoskeletal injuries, but their specific effectiveness is not strongly supported by high-quality research.
  • Cold therapy appears to reduce pain, swelling, inflammation, muscle spasms, and metabolic activity, but there is limited strong evidence from clinical trials to confirm its benefits after injuries and muscle soreness.
  • Heat therapy may improve pain and blood flow, with some evidence suggesting heat wraps can reduce pain and disability temporarily, especially for low back pain and delayed-onset muscle soreness, yet more rigorous studies are needed to establish its overall efficacy.

Top posts

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Dr. K - Physio Hub
@Physiohub101 · X

[Evidence-Based] Is Icing NOT Important after Injuries!? https://t.co/rNfiCBLWDS #Icing #PhysioHub #Evidencebased #Fitness #Health

Sep 30, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 40 followers View post →
T&F Medicine & Healthcare
@tandfmedicine · X

Impact matters: This review provides information for practitioners on using heat and cold therapies based on their mechanisms of action, physiological effects, and the medical evidence supporting their clinical use.

Mar 13, 2024 · 1 like · 4,202 followers View post →
Prof
@PProfiteers · X

@Klopps_mug Weak evidence but heat better than cold. https://t.co/zZe34RQeq4

Jun 25, 2022 · 1 like · 115 followers View post →
Michel Lopezy
@Michellopezy · X

@FranDanae O eso hasta donde sé. Este review es antiguo (2014) https://t.co/KiVLKPqhTG y no concluye mucho, dice que faltan estudios para determinar bien cuando usar q tipo de terapia.

Jun 12, 2023 · 1,922 followers View post →
是枝大彦/治療家| 強く、人に優しく、人生面白く!
@hikotaro0304 · X

Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury. Journal Postgraduate medicine. 2015 Jan Author Gerard A Malanga, Ning Yan, Jill Stark

Oct 12, 2022 · 513 followers View post →
Physio English - リハトレ英語
@RehaTrain_ENG · X

RT @Physio_Hub7: [Evidence-Based] Is Icing NOT Important after Injuries!? https://t.co/rNfiCBLWDS #Icing #PhysioHub #Evidencebased #Fitn…

Oct 3, 2022 · 1 share · 69 followers View post →

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T&F Medicine & Healthcare
@tandfmedicine · X

Impact matters: This review provides information for practitioners on using heat and cold therapies based on their mechanisms of action, physiological effects, and the medical evidence supporting their clinical use.

Mar 13, 2024 · 1 like · 4,202 followers View post →
Michel Lopezy
@Michellopezy · X

@FranDanae O eso hasta donde sé. Este review es antiguo (2014) https://t.co/KiVLKPqhTG y no concluye mucho, dice que faltan estudios para determinar bien cuando usar q tipo de terapia.

Jun 12, 2023 · 1,922 followers View post →
是枝大彦/治療家| 強く、人に優しく、人生面白く!
@hikotaro0304 · X

Mechanisms and efficacy of heat and cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury. Journal Postgraduate medicine. 2015 Jan Author Gerard A Malanga, Ning Yan, Jill Stark

Oct 12, 2022 · 513 followers View post →
Physio English - リハトレ英語
@RehaTrain_ENG · X

RT @Physio_Hub7: [Evidence-Based] Is Icing NOT Important after Injuries!? https://t.co/rNfiCBLWDS #Icing #PhysioHub #Evidencebased #Fitn…

Oct 3, 2022 · 1 share · 69 followers View post →
Dr. K - Physio Hub
@Physiohub101 · X

[Evidence-Based] Is Icing NOT Important after Injuries!? https://t.co/rNfiCBLWDS #Icing #PhysioHub #Evidencebased #Fitness #Health

Sep 30, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 40 followers View post →
Prof
@PProfiteers · X

@Klopps_mug Weak evidence but heat better than cold. https://t.co/zZe34RQeq4

Jun 25, 2022 · 1 like · 115 followers View post →
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