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Treatment PRICE therapy
Information and advice about treatments for
specific injuries:
back pain
broken arm or wrist
broken ankle
broken leg
bursitis
cartilage damage
concussion
dislocated shoulder
hamstring injuries
heel pain
minor head injuries
severe head injuries
shoulder pain
sprains and strains
tendonitis
tennis elbow PRICE stands for protection, rest, ice,
compression and elevation:
Protection – protect the affected area from
further injury – for example, by using a support.
Rest – avoid exercise and reduce your daily phys-
ical activity. Using crutches or a walking stick may
help if you can’t put weight on your ankle or knee.
A sling may help if you’ve injured your shoulder.
Ice – apply an ice pack to the affected area for
15-20 minutes every two to three hours. A bag of
frozen peas, or similar, will work well. Wrap the
ice pack in a towel so that it doesn’t directly touch
your skin and cause an ice burn.
Compression – use elastic compression
bandages during the day to limit swelling.
Elevation – keep the injured body part raised
above the level of your heart whenever
possible. This may also help reduce swelling.
Pain relief
Painkillers, such as paracetamol, can be used to
help ease the pain.
Treatment for a sports injury will depend on
factors such as how severe the injury is and
the part of your body affected.
Some general treatments that may be helpful
for your injury include:
Minor injuries, such as mild sprains and strains,
can often be initially treated at home using PRICE
therapy for two or three days.
Ibuprofen and other non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) tablets or
creams can also be used to ease pain and
reduce any swelling.
Aspirin shouldn’t be given to children under 16
years old.
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