How frequently should you ice your sesamoiditis?

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Is this something that I should do frequently, or should I be a bit more sparing?

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You should apply ice for 10 minutes every 3 hours to decrease swelling.  Recommendation: You should also wear soft-soled and low-heeled shoes including an insole to give extra comfort inside your shoes to heal better. 
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