Heat It Up: Place the rice-filled sock in the microwave for 1–2 minutes ... For added versatility, you can also use this rice bag as a cold compress by storing it in the freezer.

Place the rice in the measuring cup, and add the scent of your choice, stirring with the fork. Pull the top of the sock over the cup and dump the rice into the sock. Tie the sock right where the ...

Here are just a few. Rice in a clean sock makes a perfect compress. For cold to relieve swelling or soothe a headache, place it in the freezer. For hot to help a sore neck or aching back ...