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Sprains and Strains
Remember To Send for Help – Call an Ambulance
Note
If you are not sure whether the injury is a fracture, dislocation, sprain or strain. Always Treat as a Fracture
Signs and Symptoms
Sprain
Pain
Swelling
Bruising
Limited mobility
Strain
Pain
Swelling
Muscle spasms
Loss of power in limb
Muscular tenderness
Treatment
DRSABCD
R.I.C.E therapy (rest, ice, compression, elevation)
Rest the injury.
Ice. Wrap ice (or an ice pack) in a light cloth and apply it to the injured area for 20 minutes every 2 hours for 24 hours. Then for 15 minutes every 4 hours for 24 hours
Compression. Wrap a broad elastic bandage around the injury
Elevate the injury when possible
If the injury worsens or is slow to improve see a Doctor