How to reduce swelling after a bruise

In our daily lives, there are many times when we get distracted when doing things, so when we are distracted, it is very likely that our bodies will be injured, such as bruises. Injuries happen frequently in our lives. General bruises may not be serious, but most bruises will cause swelling, and blood circulation may make the situation worse. So, what are some ways to reduce swelling after a collision?

I believe many people have experienced injuries from collisions, or let’s put it this way, maybe some friends have never been injured in their lives, but many times, they will bump into something because they are not paying attention, and swelling will generally occur at this time. Based on this, I will introduce in detail the methods to reduce swelling after a collision, hoping it will be helpful to everyone.

It is forbidden to use hot compress within 24 to 48 hours after the injury, as this will spread the inflammation and aggravate the redness and swelling. Do not rub hard immediately after a sprain. In the early stages of a contusion, cold compresses should be applied, the affected limb should be elevated for immobilization, blood circulation-activating and blood stasis-removing plasters should be applied externally, and Panax notoginseng tablets, Yunnan Baiyao, etc. should be taken orally.

Hit on the head

If you bump into someone or fall and hit your head and get a big bump, you may not need to worry too much, but if you have a high fever, vomiting, convulsions, or clear body fluids (serum, cerebrospinal fluid) leaking out, you must go to the hospital immediately!

1. In addition to the swollen areas, other parts of the head should also be applied with cold compresses. However, this method should not be used when there is a wound, as it may encourage bacterial growth.

2. If blood or transparent liquid (serum, cerebrospinal fluid) flows out of the ears, nose or mouth, turn your face in the direction of the flow. Be careful not to plug it with gauze or other things to avoid bacterial infection.

3. When vomiting, turn your head to the side to prevent choking by vomit.

4. If convulsion occurs, do not compress the injured limb arbitrarily. Roll a handkerchief into a strip and put it in the patient's mouth to calm him down.

5. When carrying the injured person, keep the head fixed and do not move.

Wounded in the neck

1. The neck contains the trachea, esophagus and nerves, which are important parts of the human body. If it is hit, you should go to the hospital immediately.

2. In order to inhibit internal bleeding, apply cold compress to the impact area.

3. If there is external bleeding, use disinfected sand to stop the bleeding on the wound.

4. When lying down, lay your body flat and never use a pillow.

5. Keep your head fixed when moving.

Back injury

1. Let the injured person lie on his back on a hard wooden board, and place pillows on the neck and waist to keep the spine in a natural curvature. There is no sitting or cross-legged posture allowed.

2. When moving, the neck must also be fixed, and avoid shaking the lying board when carrying it.

Chest bruise

1. If the chest is hit, there is a risk of fracture or difficulty breathing, so go to the hospital immediately!

2. Apply cold compress.

3. Let the patient lie quietly on a thick blanket with the chest on the painful side facing down.

Waist injury

1. Use a wide cloth strip (bath towel or disinfected cloth strip) or an elastic bandage to wrap the waist and fix it to prevent the injured part from moving.

2. Use cold compresses to stop internal bleeding and calm the patient.

3. If you experience symptoms of leg paralysis, go to the hospital immediately.

Through the detailed introduction in the above article, I believe everyone should have a certain understanding of the methods to reduce swelling after a collision. In fact, there are many ways to reduce swelling after a collision. However, the parts of the body that are injured are generally different for each person, so the method to reduce swelling should be determined according to the different parts of the injury. The specific methods have been introduced in detail above, and you can find out by reading carefully.