Non-systems: Therapeutic Modalities: Cryotherapy: Physiologic Effects of Small Surface Area Cold Application Flashcards

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Vasoconstriction

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  • Skin capillaries vasoconstrict
  • Blanching of skin in center of contact area
  • Hyperemia due to deceased oxyhemoglobin dissociation around edge of contact area in normal tissue
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Adverse effects due to cold Hypersensitivity: Cold Urticaria

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  • Erythema of the skin with wheal formation associated with severe itching due to histamine reaction
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Adverse effects due to cold Hypersensitivity: Histamine Release: Other symptoms

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  • Facial flush
  • Puffiness of eyelids
  • Respiratory problems
  • Anaphylaxis
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