RICE -- rest, ice, compression, and elevation -- is the best first aid strategy for painful injuries to muscles, joints, and bone injuries. Rest: The injured area should be used sparingly or not at all for 48 hours. Ice: Apply a cold pack or ice to the area for 20 minutes, four to eight times a day.
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RICE -- rest, ice, compression, and elevation -- is the best first aid strategy for painful injuries to muscles, joints, and bone injuries. Rest: The injured area should be used sparingly or not at all for 48 hours. Ice: Apply a cold pack or ice to the area for 20 minutes, four to eight times a day.