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It's important to note that if you experience frequent or heavy nosebleeds, it may be a sign of a more serious underlying condition. In these cases, it's important to see a healthcare professional for further evaluation and treatment. Quit smoking as it slows down the healing process and delays tissue repair because of a drop in blood supply. Mäkinen T, et. al. (2008). Autonomic nervous function during whole-body cold exposure before and after cold acclimation. Currently, more research is underway to study the potential effects of acupuncture on depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. To date, the results from many studies have shown promise. Lu W, etl al. (2011). Foot reflexology can increase vagal modulation, decrease sympathetic modulation, and lower blood pressure in healthy subjects and patients with coronary artery disease.

A 2015 review in Postgraduate Medicine indicates, “The physiological effects of cold therapy include reductions in pain, blood flow, edema, inflammation, muscle spasm, and metabolic demand.” Ancient Chinese medical texts were among the first to discover and expand upon the mind and body connection. Since then, prestigious institutions (Harvard Medical School), health agencies (National Institute of Health), and most modern scientists and medical practitioners have accepted the overwhelming evidence for such connections. Continue your daily activities unless your pain becomes more intense. If so, change or avoid these routines. Whichever method you try, don’t fall asleep while applying heat or ice, as this could injure your skin. 3. Get a Relaxing Massage

3. Get a Relaxing Massage

Apply ice as soon as possible following the injury or strain. The effectiveness of icing decreases after 48 hours. According to research from 2008, cold exposure causes a shift in your parasympathetic nervous system, which is controlled by your vagus nerve. By restricting your blood vessels you’re activating this nerve. Use a tissue or cloth to gently blot the blood from your nose. Avoid blowing your nose, as this can increase the bleeding.

Perform an ice massage. When applying ice to the injury, continuously move it in a circular motion throughout the area and do not let it sit in one spot for too long. Muscle strains : Often caused by overuse, such as looking down over your phone or leaning forward over the computer. Simple things, including clenching your teeth or reading in bed, can result in muscle strain.The result is a smoother digestion process and mitigation of related stomach issues. 4. Reduces headaches In a recent article published in Scientific American, four of the five medical practitioners interviewed attest to some benefits of acupuncture. Needless to say, modern science based medicine isn’t fond of giving credibility to “alternative medicine.” Remain calm and try to relax. Nosebleeds can be alarming, but it's important to stay calm and avoid getting too worked up, as this can make the bleeding worse.