While studying for his upcoming massage therapy exam, Darren Deltoid comes across the acronym R.I.C.E. He knows what the R., I., and E., stands for, but cannot remember what word is associated with the letter C. What does the letter C represent?

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The acronym R.I.C.E. stands for the words rest, ice, compress, and elevation. This term is associated with new injuries or injuries in the acute state of inflammation. Compresses are wrapped around the area to compress the area of inflammation and will help reduce the swelling. Compresses also assist in protecting the area from further injury. These are the guidelines that the therapist should follow when working with an acute injury.

While Studying for His Upcoming Massage Therapy Exam, Darren Deltoid