2006-10-07 11:53:03 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Ice, keep it elevated and try not to use it for 48 hours
2006-10-07 12:01:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ice is correct--but make sure to take it off every 20 mins or so, or you risk injuring the skin (frostbite!). After the first 24 hrs., alternate ice w/heat. This stimulates blood flow. Always finish up w/ice. Also take some anti-inflammatory, like ibuprofen, if your stomach can stand it.
Remember, ligaments take a long time to heal, due to limited blood flow to them, so, even if you FEEL better, take it easy. 6 mos. is NOT a long time for you to ease back into regular athletic activity!
2006-10-07 19:16:53 · answer #2 · answered by Gwynneth Of Olwen 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Nothing. You could use an ice pack for the swelling if you just sprained it. The ice will take the swelling down and it will feel better.........I had a broken finger and they didn't even do anything for that.................
2006-10-07 19:10:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
An ice pack and then a split wrapped with tape to keep it imobile for a couple days
2006-10-07 19:02:31 · answer #4 · answered by santa_14075 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋