Cold compresses mainly include continuous cold compresses and intermittent cold compresses. 1. Continuous cold compresses: cold compresses choose ice and water mixture, need to be wrapped in a towel and applied to the affected area, you can apply cold compresses for three consecutive days, pay attention to avoid cold compresses during sleep, to prevent frostbite, to help reduce the pain and swelling of the affected area. 2. Intermittent cold compresses: available towel wrapped ice packs intermittent cold compresses on the affected area, each time the duration of cold compresses for 20 to 30 minutes, 6 to 8 times a day, each time the cold compresses can be rested for 30 to 60 minutes to relieve the pain and swelling of the affected area and other discomforts. Cold compresses need to pay attention to prevent frostbite, the elderly, pregnant women, young children, diabetics and other groups of people need to pay particular attention to avoid cold compresses for too long, cold compresses in the process of observing the color of the skin or the emergence of symptoms of discomfort. Cold compresses are not a substitute for treatment, and the correct operation of cold compresses and treatment of the disease should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor, which will help the early recovery of the condition.