Should you apply an ice pack to an injured eye?

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Eye Care on January 25, 2016

Cold applications to the structures around the eye may reduce pain and swelling due to injuries or some disease processes. However, before using an ice pack, wrap it in a small wet towel so that a few layers of cloth are between the ice pack and the skin. Applying the ice pack directly onto the closed eyelids could cause localized frostbite.