Treatment of Sprains and Strains of Hip and Upper Thigh

• FIRST AID - Apply an ice pack (crushed ice in a plastic bag covered with a towel) to reduce bleeding, swelling, and pain.
• REST the injured leg for 24 hours. You may return to normal activity after 24 hours of rest if the activity does not cause pain.
• Continue to apply crushed ICE packs for 10-20 minutes every hour for the first 4 hours. Then apply ice for 10-20 minutes 4 times a day for the first two days.
• Keep injured leg ELEVATED and at rest for 24 hours. Put your leg up on a pillow and stay off your feet as much as possible.