Ice pack study reveals how cold hands really feel
NCT ID NCT07254182
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested how a 15-minute ice pack on the back of the hand changes skin temperature and how cold or comfortable it feels. Thirty-nine healthy young men were randomly assigned to get either an ice pack or a room-temperature water pack. Researchers measured skin temperature and asked participants to rate their thermal sensation and comfort. The goal was to understand basic body responses to cold, not to treat any disease.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Ice pack (localized cryotherapy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design better cooling methods for sports or therapy, but it is a basic observation study.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in healthy young men only. Results may not apply to women, older adults, or people with medical conditions. No treatment benefit is tested.
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Poznan University of Physical Education, Department of Physical Therapy and Sports Recovery
Poznan, 61-871, Poland