4 Things to do After a Sports Injury

<p></p> <img src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/dcr-apis/wp_contents/uploads/DCR-ADMIN/AdobeStock_205350799.webp" alt="undefined" style="height: auto;width: auto"/> <p></p> <p><em>Originally written by Dr. Forest Ambridge of Santa Rosa Chiropractic Neurology Center</em></p> <p>If you hurt yourself playing sports, remember “RICE.”</p> <p>1. Rest: Get plenty of rest</p> <p>2. Ice: Put ice on the area of your injury</p> <p>3. Compression: Wrap the injury when applicable</p> <p>4. Elevate: Raise the injured area so it’s at least level with your heart</p> <p>If the pain persists, you should seek professional help.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/" target="_self">Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a></p> <p><strong>Local, Top Rated Diamond Certified Practices Related to Your Topic</strong><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/contra-costa-chiropractors/" target="_self">Contra Costa County Chiropractors</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/alameda-chiropractors/" target="_self">Alameda County Chiropractors</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Related Articles</strong><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/Guide/Chiropractors/" target="_self">The Essential Guide to Chiropractors</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated Local Companies</a><br><a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/" target="_self">Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>