Technique for administering therapeutic cold treatments to the distal extremities (e.g., the ankle or hand), using a mixture of water and crushed, flaked, or cubed ice with a temperature range of 50° to 60°F (10°-15°C). The liquid medium allows for equal cooling of irregularly shaped body parts. To reduce the amount of discomfort that is initially experienced during this treatment, the fingers or toes can be covered with an insulating material.