Injured? Enjoy Some R.I.C.E.

No, I am talking about brown, white or long grain. I am referring to Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. Many times we try to play or work out with injuries only setting ourselves up for a longer duration of that injury. Many of my clients are afraid that they will lose the fitness gains that they have made if they take time off, but this is not always the case.

Rest can actually allow someone to come back stronger than before their injury. A week off can give the body the much needed time to repair muscle fibers and decrease the remnants of overuse. It helps to ice your injury 20 minutes and 20 minutes off a couple times per day. If the area is swollen a compression garment can help in addition to elevation. If after two weeks you are still experiencing pain you should see your doctor. Take care of your body, it is the only one that you get.