What is represented by the acronym 'RICE'?

What is represented by the acronym 'RICE'?

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RICE is a very common acronym that we use when we're treating an acute injury. RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Those four things come to be the best way to treat any of these injuries, whether it's a bruise, a sprain, a <a href="http://www.videojug.com/expertanswer/shoulder-and-upper-arm-injuries-2/what-is-the-treatment-for-a-dislocated-shoulder">dislocated shoulder</a>, or a ligament tear. So, RICE: rest, ice compression and elevation.