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Self-Help Guide for Strains and Sprains

  Remember  R-I-C-E:

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 REST THE AFFECTED BODY PART

 1. Use crutches, splint or sling

I

 ICE HELPS TO REDUCE PAIN & SWELLING

C

 COMPRESSION SUPPORTS AND GUARDS AGAINST FURTHER INJURY

1. Use an Ace bandage

2. Use an air splint or gel cast

E

 ELEVATE THE INJURED PART TO REDUCE SWELLING AND PAIN USING AN ANTI-INFLAMMATORY SUCH AS ADVIL, IBUPROFEN OR ALEVE WILL ALSO REDUCE SWELLING AND PAIN