Decrease swelling, control inflammation, improve motion, decrease pain, decrease muscle spasm.
Warm Whirlpool (98-110°F to patient comfort)- Increases circulation by opening up small arteries in the body, bringing fresh blood supply, oxygen, cells, and nutrients to the injured area.
Cold Whirlpool (50-60°F to patient comfort)- cold whirlpools cause arteries in the body to close, which decreases circulation to manage inflammation and swelling of the injured body part.
Contrast Bath- uses alternating cold and warm whirlpool therapy on the same body part. It creates rapid opening and closing of the arteries to create a pumping effect, which helps decrease swelling.