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Friday 28 January 2011

First aid for The Sprain Dameges

The Sprain is injury caused to the ligament. Usually swelling, redness and pain is accompanied in the area of sprain. There are a few first aid measurements for sprain:

• ToMake sure the joint is well protected and is not allowed to hanging.

• Give rest to the injured area. But don’t go for a bed rest.

• Try to do some activity without affecting the injured part. This will help to keep up the cardiovascular conditioning.

• Apply ice on affected area for 20 mins, for 4 times a day, for 3 days. This will decrease the swelling.

• Cover the area with elastic wrap or bandage. Elastic or neoprene wraps are best.

• To decrease the swelling keep the injured area above heart.

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