R.I.C.E. Method for Healing Joint Sprains, Strains and Pulls

Here are the four steps (R.I.C.E.) to follow right after injury occurs and continue for at least 48 hours:

Rest ~ immobilize and keep weight bearing to injured area at a minimum
Ice ~ 20 minutes, four to eight times a day.
Compression ~ even pressure on injured area to minimize swelling.
Elevation ~ injured area at a level [...]

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About Sports Injuries: How, Type of Pain and What to Do

Sports injuries will happen while playing sports or exercising. Fear of this happening should NEVER be an excuse not to “get” yourself moving.
Movement, in whatever way, has proven to be extremely valuable to your overall health condition. Get going, but keep the following in your mind.
The short list of usual causes of [...]

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