Sprains and Strains
- Control swelling and pain
Use the R.I.C.E treatment: Rest the body part, Ice it every hour, Compress it with elastic plasters, tape, or a brace, and Elevate it above your heart
- Control inflammation with enzyme preparations
Take 4 to 8 tablets a day of proteolytic enzymes containing trypsin, chymotrypsin, and/or bromelain for inflammation
- Take a multivitamin
Extra vitamins and minerals during recovery can help insure against deficiencies that slow the healing process
- Get help for serious injuries
See a doctor if you cannot move or put weight on the body part, if the part looks crooked, if pain or tenderness is severe, if there is numbness or redness in the area, or if you have any other concerns about your injury.
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