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A bruise by itself needs no treatment.
Ice (ideally a bag with ice and water in it) during the first
several hours will substantially reduce the amount of bleeding. Rest,
elevation of the injured body part, and compression with an elastic
bandage will also retard the accumulation of blood. The acronym RICE
acts as a pneumonic device to remember the necessary treatment of a
bruise--rest, ice, compression, elevation. Twenty-four hours after
acquiring the bruise, heat, especially moist heat, will hasten the
body's absorption of the blood and the healing of the injured
tissues.
Alternative treatment
Green, leafy vegetables are the principle dietary source of Vitamin
K and may help reduce bruising. Orange-colored and dark-colored
bioflavanoids, from fruits and vegetables (especially blueberries
and cherries) can assist in strengthening the connective tissue,
decreasing the spread of bleeding within the tissue. Arnica, a
homeopathic remedy, can be used in case of trauma to lessen bruising.
Any astringent herb applied topically as a liniment, like witch
hazel, will tighten the tissue, decreasing bruising. |
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