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Sprains & Bruises
Treating sprained ankles or other minor bruises is easy if
you remember one word: RICE.
Rice stands for Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation
Rest - Using the injured limb will make it hurt more, so
rest it.
Ice - Relieve the pain and reduce swelling by cooling the
injured area for ten minutes, using a cold wet flannel or an
ice pack. A bag of frozen peas is ideal for this!
Compression - Apply a comfortable supporting bandage, sports
supports are ideal
Elevation - Keep the injured part raised to ease the pain
and swelling.
Is it Broken....
Sprains are often very painful and can be difficult to know
if a bone is broken. If there is any obvious deformity, very
severe pain or very severe bruising consult your doctor or
the local casualty department. An X-Ray might be needed. If
you can walk on your injured leg it is unlikely to be
broken. Consult your doctor if it is not improving in two to
three days.
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