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Hi there, i think i might have sprained my wrist but don't think it's so severe that i need to visit a doctor for it. could you advise on self-care and medication to relief pain? it's pretty tender (can't swing my hand up or down, nor left or right)
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Sprain: Treatment for sprains consists of resting the joint, cold applications, elevation when sitting or supine. Taking an anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen and applying a brace or ACE wrapping may also help.
Answered 1/5/2019
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