🏠 What can you do at home before you come to your appointment? 🤔 This largely depends on the nature of your injury, but there are a few rules of thumb for minor emergencies:
👉 Sprain or fracture means you should follow the RICE method. Rest, apply Ice and Compression, and Elevate the area while you wait for your appointment.
👉 Bleeding wounds require you to stop the bleeding by applying pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or gauze to stem the flow of blood. Also, try and keep the laceration from becoming larger by holding the edges together.
🧑⚕️ In any medical situation, it’s best to ask our medical staff at Neighborhood Medical Center for recommendations on how to care for your injury until you can be seen by the doctor. 🩺