
Dr. Alexander Baldwin, PT
- Oct 14, 2021
Healing Strategies: RICE vs MEAT
The convention and what most people have been taught for a long time is that after any injury, rest is the appropriate response. RICE is an acronym that stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. While these are effective strategies to reduce inflammation and pain, they can delay recovery, lead to an increase in the likelihood of recurring injuries, and are less effective than other strategies. This method is effective and helpful in the early phase of healing, such as