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Ice packs tested for Post-Workout pain relief

NCT ID NCT06813690

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether applying cold packs to the thighs can reduce muscle pain, swelling, and inflammation after exercise. 48 healthy adults aged 18–30 performed a workout to cause muscle soreness, then used the Axanova Cold Hot Pearls Maxi Pack for 20 minutes three times a day. Researchers measured pain, swelling with ultrasound, and blood markers of inflammation over 72 hours.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Axanova Cold Hot Pearls Maxi Pack (cold therapy device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, drug-free way to ease muscle soreness and speed recovery after exercise.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial in healthy young adults, so results may not apply to athletes or older people. Cold therapy may only offer temporary relief.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

48 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria * Young, healthy adults aged between 18 and 30 years * No surgical interventions on the musculoskeletal system in the trunk area or lower extremities Exclusion Criteria * Current pain conditions * Current inflammatory conditions * Medication use (excluding contraceptives) * Pregnant participants * Competitive athletes * Children/teenagers * Non-intact skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis) * Known circulatory disorders * Cold allergy (Raynaud's disease)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Inflammation inflammatory disease Myalgia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) Inflammation Muscle damage Muscle pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)

    Landquart, 7302, Switzerland

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