what to do for a sprain elbow
Treatment. Treatment measures include: 1  Rest-Avoid using your injured arm. 2  Ice-Apply ice or a cold pack to the elbow for 15-20 minutes, 4 times a day for several days. 3  This helps reduce pain and swelling.4  Wrap the ice or cold pack in a towel. 5  Do not apply the ice directly to your skin.reatment. Treatment measures include: 1  Rest-Avoid using your injured arm. 2  Ice-Apply ice or a cold pack to the elbow for 15-20 minutes, 4 times a day for several days. 3  This helps reduce pain and swelling.