How to Stabilize a Sprained Wrist

Suffering from a sprain can be very painful. A sprain occurs when a ligament is torn or injured. Getting medical attention is necessary to avoid further damage to the wrist, and also to make sure the wrist isn't actually broken. The sprained wrist must first be stabilized.

Things You'll Need

• Ice
• Sandwich or zipper storage bag
• Dry towel
• Ace bandage
• Pillow
• 2 Ibuprofen

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Instructions

• 1

  Lay the injured person down.

• 2

  Place ice in a sandwich or zipper storage bag so that it's almost full. Seal the bag to keep the ice inside.

• 3

  Wrap the dry towel around the ice pack and place on the sprained wrist. Ice for one hour.

• 4

  Wrap the wrist with an ace bandage. Wrap the wrist gently but tightly. The compression of the bandage will help reduce any swelling.

• 5

  Place a pillow under the wrist to elevate it. Several pillows may be needed to make the injured person feel comfortable.

• 6

  Give the injured person two ibuprofens to reduce swelling and relieve pain.

• 7

  Seek medical attention as soon as possible.