Why it works: Ice packs are highly beneficial for reducing pain and swelling. Ice helps constrict the blood vessels, thereby preventing further seepage of blood into the skin and tissues.
How it works: Apply ice pack on the area for 5 minutes. Repeat this every half an hour.
The self cure remedy of Apply ice pack for the care and relief of Bruises has an effectiveness score of 4.4 and a popularity score of 79 on the self-cure system.