Hi Sandra,
I loved what Jo said about using heat. I believe the blood could go more to the area.

If I was you, I would 100% make sure you do not have a infection as well. Hospitals in themselves can have a high infections rate. I have heard 25%.

In my case I have some kind of horrid cirulation problem going on.

Iv's are real rough for me too.

Big Hugs, Roz