If the pain and swelling does not subside within a day, put your child s arm in a sling. Make her move her elbow around to prevent it from stiffening. It is very likely that your child will sprain her hands or ankles while playing. If she has torn a ligament, there might be some swelling. She may find it painful to move and will hesitate to put pressure on the joint.
Rest is the best medicine for a sprain.
You can also apply a poultice to the affected area. You can make a poultice wringing out a pad of gauze or linen in a saturated solution of magnesium sulphate, soda bicarbonate or salt. Then bandage the poultice to the bruised area. Apply the poultice at intervals of one or two hours, until your child is comfortable enough to wear a crepe bandage. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.