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in Class 12 by kratos

Explain the first aid for sprain and strain.

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by kratos
 
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(a) Immediately stop playing.

(b) Cold ice compression if available or pour cold water on the sprained *****.

(c) Dressing on the affected part also reduces pain and swelling. Dressing should be done in shape of eight.

(d) Restrict movement and give sufficient rest. Do not try to move the injured part.

(e) Sprained ***** should be fomented only after 48 hours. The heat diathermy should be given only after 48 hours of injury.

(f) Elevate the injured part to reduce swelling and throbing pain.

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