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Home Medical and Vet Remedies, as Recommended by 19th and 20th century Doctors and Vets! |
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Home Medical and Vet Remedies, as Recommended by 19th and 20th century Doctors and Vets! |
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Sprains.The severity of the injury varies extremely. A severe sprain, while containing no element of danger to the life of the patient, is nevertheless a serious injury, which may result in the permanent impairment of the functions of the joint. Treatment.-The first item in the treatment of a sprain is perfect rest of the limb. In many cases it is advisable to apply a splint in order to prevent any unconscious movement of the part. The splints are essentially the same as those which have been described in treating of fractures. A most valuable feature for reducing the swelling and pain consists in wrapping the joints with cloths saturated with water as hot as can be comfortably endured. These fomentations should be continued for three or four hours. So soon as the pain and swelling have somewhat subsided an elastic bandage or cap should be placed around the joint. Care should be taken in avoiding any violent movements of the affected joint for some weeks after the injury. Some stiffness may occur, which can be overcome by having the joint moved regularly every day by an assistant. The restoration ofthe motions c^n also be furthered by the use of some stimulating liniment, such as the ammonia liniment. In some cases serious disease of the bone follows a sprain. This is the result of the original accident and cannot be averted by treatment. But first, if you want to come back to this web site again, just add it to your bookmarks or favorites now! Then you'll find it easy! Also, please consider sharing our helpful website with your online friends.
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