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What's Best for Sprains and Strains...
Ice or Heat or Both?

Self Treatment

Maybe you need the doctor maybe you don't but in the meantime, what home remedies work best?  Check your Home Nursing IQ with the Following Quiz:

 

1. With Sprain and Strain injuries, the best immediate home
    treatment is:

A. Bed Rest
B. Ice every hour for 10 to 15 minutes applied to the affected area
C. Aspirin to relieve pain


2. If you have a backache, the best way to sleep is:

A. On a Firm Mattress
B. On your back with a pillow under your knees
C. On your side with a pillow between your knees
D. All of the Above