Signals of Injuries to Soft Tissue muscles, ligaments, tendons, & cartilage 1/2/2019

How can you tell if there is an injury? Pain Swelling Deformity Discoloration of skin Unable to use affected part normally 1/2/2019

Care/First Aid for these Injuries “RICE” 1/2/2019

“RICE” R = Rest I = ice Benefits 20 min. on - 20 min off - 20 min. on Avoid movement or activities that cause pain I = ice 20 min. on - 20 min off - 20 min. on 72 hours 5-6 times per day Always place on gauze or cloth Benefits Reduces swelling Numbs nerves 1/2/2019

“RICE” E = Elevation Compression C = Higher than heart Apply to injured area with elastic bandage Lessen internal bleeding To cool area quicker, soak elastic bandage in cool water before applying E = Elevation Higher than heart Slows blood flow 1/2/2019

First Aid for Injuries When to apply heat to an injury Why apply heat? After 72 hours Why apply heat? heat will increase blood flow to increase healing 1/2/2019