The effects of cold compresses on itching in patients with atopic dermatitis: A cross-over controlled trial - The effects of cold compresses on itching in patients with atopic dermatitis: A cross-over controlled trial

In intervention with towel, the mean and standard deviation of the itching in VAS was 16.9(19.1) (Time1), 11.6(15.7) (Time2), 11.4(16.1)(Time3), and 7.7(9.2)(Time4). In intervention with ice pack, VAS was 13.6(14.7) (Time1), 12.4(13.7) (Time2), 6.2(9.8) (Time3), and 7.2(8.5) (Time4). Friedman's test revealed significant differences in itching for the towel (p = 0.006, effect size = 0.23) and ice pack interventions (p=0.005, effect size=0.23) over the four-time points.