SPRAINS
Natural Victorian Cure for Sprains
FROM 1890
The best treatment of sprains is the application of water, of such
temperature as is most agreeable. The degree of temperature varies with the
temperature of the weather and the vigor of the circulation. In a hot day, use
cool or cold water. If the circulation is low, use warm water. The sprained
parts may be immersed [soaked] in a pail of water, and gently pressed or
manipulated with the hand or soft cloth for ten minutes, or even longer in
severe cases. Then wrap up the parts in cloths wet with cold water, and keep
quiet. This treatment keeps down the inflammation, and in nine cases out of
ten proves a speedy cure.
