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Emergencies

what to do


Emergency protocol

If you’ve been involved in a serious incident it may be necessary to first seek a medical review to rule out any serious sprains, strains or breaks.  What can sometimes happen with more serious injuries is that the pain gets worse as the treatment starts – this is okay, it’s just your body reacting to stimulation and is an important part of the repairing process. Of course, if your pain is very intense, or you develop any adverse side-effects, then your first port of call should be your doctor.

General information on medication

If you are in pain it is tempting to take medication or anti-inflammatories.  You should always consult with either your doctor or pharmacist before you do this as they can cause reactions in your body.

Ice is your friend!

Usually when you injure yourself the first thing you go for is some ice – and this is a great start to reducing the effects of any soft tissue, spinal or joint injury.  Ice cools the area, which constricts the blood vessels and reduces internal bruising and inflammation, the two things which lead to pain and limited movement.  If you do injure yourself it’s ideal to get some ice on the area within 48-72 hours.  Don’t forget to wrap it in a tea towel so you don’t burn yourself and then spend an hour icing the area, alternating between 10 minutes on and 10 minutes off.  Repeat this process up to 5 times throughout the day. If the area still needs attention after this initial response it?s best to use a combination of ice and heat, alternating between the two in 10 minute intervals as per the process above. Once the initial acute phase has subsided, if the area still needs attention it’s best to use a combination of ice and heat, alternating between the two in 10 minute intervals as per the process above.