Double sprain--what is best treatment?

[barbeml]

Had a little accident coming in from the rain tonite. Slipped, fell and apparently sprained right ankle and left elbow. I sprained ankles years ago, so I know one when I feel it.

I took Aleve and have been icing affected areas. Anything else I should be doing? Sure does hurt.

Thanks for any advice you can share.

Barbe

 

[MagicalMom]

RICE (rest, ice, compress, elevation). Be sure to alternate ice on & off every 20 minutes. Hope you feel better soon.

 

[barbeml]

Thanks! I married an athlete--you'd think I would have heard of RICE. I didn't know about compression.