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Ruptured Tendon Treatment

1. Reduce Swelling and Prevent Injury

Use RICE method:

 

2. Relieve Pain

 

3. See a Doctor

 

4. Follow Up

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Varnada Karriem-Norwood, MD on October 03, 2011