For chronic pain,
many doctors recommend alternating cold and moist heat therapy - 20
minutes of cold, 20 minutes off, and then 20 minutes of moist heat.
Combination therapy is an effective treatment for repetitive strain injuries, and can help with the pain of arthritis. Moist heat is a commonly
prescribed drug-free therapy for temporary relief from arthritis and rheumatic pain, muscle strains &
spasms, carpal tunnel, headaches, migraines and more!