The Magician (I), from the Rider-Waite tarot deck. The Magician, The Magus, or The Juggler (I) is the first trump or Major Arcana card in most traditional Tarot decks. It is used in game playing as well as in divination. In divination it is considered by some to succeed The Fool card, often numbered 0 (zero). He is the middle ground.
But now for the first time, researchers have found a hormone produced by inflamed tissue that could help heal damaged muscle. This discovery turns the conventional wisdom that swelling must be controlled to encourage healing, on itâs head. Putting ice on an injury may prevent healing according to scientists. And these findings could lead to new therapies for acute muscle injuries caused by trauma, chemicals, infections, freeze damage, and exposure to medications which cause muscle damage as a side effect.
Get the ice on quickly. Icing is most effective in the immediate time period following an injury. The effect of icing diminishes significantly after about 48 hours. In an effort to reduce swelling and minimize inflammation, try to get the ice applied as soon as possible after the injury. Perform an ice massage.. Apply ice directly to the injury. Move the ice frequently, not allowing it to sit in one spot. Many athletes will perform an ice massage where they use a frozen block of ice and massage into the area of discomfort, to prevent prolonged direct contact of the ice to one specific location. Don't forget to elevate.