. First Aid of sports injuries : R.I.C.E. is the best method to give first aid to an injured person.
Rest : Stop play and rest the injured part as soon as possible so that further injury may be avoided.
Ice. Apply ice on the injured area to check bleeding. Cold compression for 20 minutes at interval of 2 hours for first 24 to 48 hours. Do not apply ice directly.
Compression : After ice, bandage area firmly but not too tight. Pressure bandage to be applied.
Elevate : We should elevate the injured part for relieving pain and reducing swelling. The injured limb is higher than heart. For example, put foot on stool if legs are injured.
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