Apply an ice or cold pack to the injured area for the first 48 to 72 hours.

After 1 to 2 days of rest, begin moving the injured area.

It might also help to raise the injured area above the level of your heart, if possible.

Elevate injured area above the person's heart level, if possible, for at least 24 hours.

Elevate injured area above the person's heart level, if possible.

Do you have pus in or around the injured area?

Other means to heat an injured area must be applied by a therapist.

Rest: Reduce or stop using the injured area for 48 hours.

After 24 to 48 hours of rest, begin moving the injured area.

Stop any activity if it causes pain and give the injured area more rest.