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Traditional Bruise Treatment

RICE Treatment Light bruises are typically non-harmful to a patient. They may be treated with the RICE first-aid technique. RICE is an acronym that stands from Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation....

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Bruise Causes

Accidental Bumps One of the most common causes of bruising is accidental bumps into objects, or when objects bump into people. In many cases, an “unexplained” bruise on a patient’s shin or thigh is...

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Bruise Symptoms

Discoloration When the skin experiences the initial impact which develops into a bruise, the skin usually becomes reddish in the first stage. Within a few hours, the area should begin to turn darker in...

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Bruise Overview

What Is a Bruise? A bruise is a relatively common skin injury resulting in skin discoloration. This discoloration is caused by blood from blood cells that lie deep beneath one’s skin. When a blunt...

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Bruise Resources

For more information on bruising, please visit the following resources:   The Mayo Clinic: Bruise http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/first-aid-bruise/FA00039   MedlinePlus: Bruise...

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Bruise Prevention

Practice Safety Prevent bruises with the following safety practices: Wearing protective gear such as helmets, elbow guards, and shin guards when playing contact sports or engaging in other high-impact...

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Alternative Bruise Treatment

Alternative Medicine Review Very gentle massage and application of heat to a bruised area may help to encourage blood flow while relieving pain. The increased blood flow will in turn allow a greater...

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