(NewsNation) — Cold plunging, a form of physical therapy in which a person immerses their body in cold water for a short time, is popular among athletes to treat sore muscles. But does it work?

Cold showers cause your blood pressure to temporarily rise. Learn how they affect the heart, as well as their potential risks and benefits.

Need relief from achy muscles? The most common treatment is either a heating pad or a cold pack. But, according to experts, you should be treating your sore muscles with both. Using hot and cold in ...

Limit Amount of Outside Time: Taking frequent breaks allows your body temperature to warm up. Move into a warm location during break times. Work During a Warmer Part of the Day: If possible, working ...

As temperatures drop, zip up that coat, pull on a hat and gloves and be mindful of how much time you're exposed to the elements, especially if you're an older adult or have an underlying ...

Cold and flu season always comes around when the weather starts to change. But does cold, wet weather actually make you sick? Not really, experts say. But cooler temperatures and dry winter air can ...

When the temperatures turn extremely cold, most people remain inside to stay cozy. And most people know how to dress for those temperatures if they’re going to be outside for recreational purposes.

If you have a chronic pain condition such as arthritis or an old injury, you might notice that on cold weather days your pain flares up. Why is that? The truth is there are many theories but no ...

Brandi Taylor of Dallas wears earmuffs and a thick jacket while walking to get coffee in downtown Dallas in January 2025. North Texas is forecast to get another blast of extreme cold weather this week ...