The first action to take when dealing with certain injuries is the application of ice. It is an important initial step in the treatment for acute injuries such as strains, contusions, tendon tears, and overuse injuries. It is an element of the RICE (the acronym for rest, ice application, compression, and elevation) treatment protocol. Rather than putting an ice pack…

Leg pain often hits unexpectedly as stabbing pain that afflicts the muscles and joints. Mild leg pain is often the result of vigorous physical activity. Taking adequate rest, the joint and muscle pain in your legs should eventually subside. Serious cases of leg pain caused by accidents, injuries, and trauma are typically attributable to trauma, however, ongoing physical therapy and…