The use of cold (cryotherapy)to treat certain injuries is beneficial because of which of the following effects? (Select all that apply. )
A)Relief of pain
B)Decreased muscle spasm
C)Increased nerve conduction
D)Decreased edema

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The reduction in temperature creates positive physiological and biological effects,such as pain relief,reduction in muscle spasm,decreased nerve conduction velocity,and decreased inflammation edema,caused by constriction of blood vessels.

The Use of Cold (Cryotherapy)to Treat Certain Injuries Is Beneficial