Joint Restoration Center: Elbow_Wrist_and_Hand

How to Reduce Pain and Swelling On Your Own

Swelling is a major reason people experience pain; too often, it is overlooked and/or ignored. Often people attribute swelling as a byproduct of pain, yet swelling is often the reason for pain, and swelling has also been shown to impair joint motion and strength. One of the most important steps you can take for relief is to address the swelling head-on. Often, especially after an acute injury, swelling is noticeable and too hard to overlook. Most people have been taught to use ice to reduce swelling. It is also common for people to use ice to alleviate pain, but the exact instructions are not always clear.

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