رياضي التوى كاحله قبل ساعة، متورم ومؤلم، ويستطيع المشي بخطوات قليلة. أي إسعاف أولي مناسب؟

An athlete sprained his ankle an hour ago; it is swollen and painful but he can take a few steps. What first aid is appropriate?

1. Vigorous massage with warm cream
2. Running on it to loosen it
3. Hot packs for hours
4. Rest, ice, compression and elevation

Answer: D) Rest, ice, compression and elevation. In the first 48 hours: rest, ice for 20 minutes, compression and elevation; heat and vigorous massage increase swelling. Imaging if unable to bear weight or with bony tenderness.