Explain the significance of each step in RICE.?


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Rest - Without rest, continual strain is placed on the area

Ice - Ice is excellent at reducing the inflammatory response and the pain from heat generated

Compression - Compression aims to reduce the oedematous swelling that results from the inflammatory process.

Elevation - Elevation aims to reduce swelling by increasing venous return of blood to the systemic circulation.

You don't believe in HI-RICE?

Hydration - Adequate hydration allows body functions, including repair, to work at optimal levels.

Ibuprofen - Ibuprofen is a NSAID that can both reduce pain and significantly reduce swelling.
what?about?RICE conservation?
First, I need to know which rice,, not sure what you are talking about.
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