Sprains of Any Kind

This is NOT medical advice. This is life experience from those I trust and love who have been through similar situations. The point of these articles is to capture them for our own use and to share in case they help you on your journey.

Moms says for sprains of any kind:

• Ice on and off for 24 hours
• Ibuprofen x2 (for adults), every 12 hours as needed but especially the first 24 hours so it can reduce swelling to promote healing. Men often won’t take pain meds, thinking they are supposed to tough it out; but, if you help them understand that it reduces inflammation and speeds healing; then, it makes more sense.
• Wrap and elevate when possible
• May use heat after 24 hours