Following a musculoskeletal injury, the application of ice can help to reduce swelling. Which term best describes this intervention?
A) Chemotherapy
B) Cryotherapy
C) Pharmacotherapy
D) Radiotherapy

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The application of ice to reduce swelling is called cryotherapy. Chemotherapy involves the use of drugs to treat cancer, pharmacotherapy involves the use of medication to treat various conditions, and radiotherapy involves the use of radiation to treat cancer.

Following a Musculoskeletal Injury, the Application of Ice Can Help