Question

Please explain how to apply the RICE formula for treating physical injuries.

Answer 1

RICE for treating physical injuries:

“RICE – Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation”

After an injury (knee or ankle sprain) the pain and swelling can be relieved and wound can be made flexible and healed.

Rest: Need to take rest and protect the injured area.

Ice: By applying cold ice pack will reduce pain and swelling.  

Compression: Need to wrap the injured area with an elastic bandage will compress the wound and reduce swelling.

Elevation: Need to place the injured area at a height (above the heart level) which helps in minimizing the swelling.