How To Treat Ecchymosis

Apply Heated Compress Later

As long as an individual has been making sure to regularly apply an ice pack to the affected area, giving it adequate rest, and making sure to elevate it as much as possible, they should notice their condition is starting to subside. Once at this point, it may be beneficial to apply a heated compress. The benefits of applying heat to the area affected by ecchymosis later in the healing process are that inflammation, metabolic activity, and circulation will increase. Avoid applying heat to the affected area too soon though, as increased circulation can work against you in the early stages of the healing process and may worsen the situation. But later, the increased blood flow will help relieve lingering pain and clear the blood that has collected in the tissue too.