Richard Soper Gives First Aid Tips for Sprains
While few people outside of athletes expect to get sprains, Richard Soper knows that people tend to panic if they suddenly get one. It can happen for a number of things—such as from tripping over something on the floor, twisting an ankle, or falling on an arm when you crash off the couch. So, what are you supposed to do if you or someone with you is sprained? Here are a few things to remember. Rest is your priority Don’t move the injured limb. Physicians recommend that you do not put weight on it , and stay off it until it heals. If it gets too cumbersome, you can temporarily put a splint or brace to immobilize your limb. Ice it Richard Soper recommends that you put an ice pack on the injured area. Use the 20-20 rule, in which case, put the ice on for 20 minutes, keep the ice off for 20 minutes, then put it back again for 20 minutes. You can do this for a maximum of eight times per day. Pop a pill When the pain beco...