Medicinal Remedies

Bruise Treatment Information: Bruise Symptoms, Conditions


Bruise Care Plan: Bruise Injury First Aid

  1. Apply icepack to injuried area immediately to reduce swelling and diminish black-and-blue discoloration.
  2. Apply and alternate hot and cold packs for the first 48 hours for 20 minites per application.
  3. Elevate injuried limb or burise injury extremity for the first 24 hours if possible.
  4. If necessary, take over-the-counter medication to control pain.
  5. Apply Bruise Rx to injured area.
  6. Some forms of non-injury bruising may be associated with vitamin, health conditons or other deficiencies.
  7. Contact a physician if: bruising occurs without injury, infection is present, or if pressure or swelling persist.
  8. If taking prescription medication that effect blood clotting, or other blood functions see a physician.
  9. Re-apply Bruise Rx to reduce bruise discoloration and improve healing as necessary.
  10. Keep bruise injury area elevated higher than your reat in a resting position if possible.

 

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