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Q: What should be done for a minor sports injury in terms of treatment?
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Competent in: Older adults strength and balance: Yogalates: Core strength:: Mindful Movement View profileAssess for fracture, or soft tissue. If soft tissue injury, stabilise, rest, elevate and ice (RICE).
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