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How to Use the RICE Method for Treating Injuries

August 27, 2014

Learn why the RICE method is a common and effective way to recover from strains and sprains to get you back to your everyday activity level. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: compression, elevation, ibuprofen, ice, naproxen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication, recovery, rest, RICE, sports injury, sprains, strains, swelling
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