Please share an interesting fact about dealing with bruises.

Ignore: Coining is a type of treatment common in asia that results in self-induced bruises.

Ignore: As time progresses, they get lighter, turning more yellow than purple, as swelling goes down.

Some: Some bruises can happen without any injury.

Ignore: As soon as it occurs apply cool gel pack to decrease swelling. If bruise gets worse see a doc.

Ignore: Bruises are from broken blood vessels. Some body areas have lots of room so the bruise can expand.

Ignore: If you immediately put ice on injuries you may prevent developing a bruise. Use pain meds.

Ignore: See a doctor if bruises are appearing on your skin for no good reason, especially on face or head.

Ignore: You can tell the age of a bruise by its color.

Ignore: Bruises "spread" in the direction of gravity but that doesn't mean there's any further injury!

Ignore: Ice will help constrict the injured blood vessels, keeping the bruise from getting bigger.

Ignore: After 24 hours, use heat to dilate the blood vessels and improve circulation in the area.

Within: Within 48 hours after bruise develops, apply heat pack or washcloth soaked in warm water to the area several times a day to promote healing.

Ignore: Try Arnica gel as directed. time will heal it!

Ignore: Many bruises won't happen if you ice and compress the injury immediately.

Ignore: Ice can help an acute bruise.

More: More severe bruises can cause hematomas that often produce a firmness beneath the skin for weeks.